For informational purposes only.
Fexokast Tablet
Fexokast tablet is prescribed for the treatment of the symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, runny nose, stuffy nose & watery eyes.
Fexokast Tablet Composition :-
Fexokast tablet combination of two drugs -
Montelukast Sodium ........................... 10mg
Fexofenadine Hydrochloride .............. 120mg
Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist.
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine.
Fexokast Tablet Uses :-
Fexokast tablet is treatment of the symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, runny nose, stuffy nose & watery eyes.
Fexokast tablet helps in controlling the symptoms associated with asthma.
Fexokast tablet reduces swelling in the airways and makes breathing easier.
Fexokast Tablet Dosage :-
Fexokast tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
The dosage of Fexokast tablet you will be prescribed will depend on your health condition.
Fexokast tablets should be swallowed whole with a sufficient amount of water and can be taken with or without food.
Fexokast tablet should not be crushed, broken or chewed.
You should keep on taking Fexokast tablet for as long as your doctor advises you. If you stop treatment too early the symptoms may return and the condition may get worse. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking as some may or may be affected by Fexokast tablet.
How Dose Fexokast Tablet Work :-
Fexokast tablet is a combination of two drugs: Montelukast & Fexofenadine.
Montelukast -
Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. Montelukast inhibits the chemical messenger leukotriene, which reduces swelling and inflammation in the nose. Montelukast reduces swelling in the airways and makes breathing easier.
Fexofenadine -
Fexofenadine is an antihistamine.
Fexofenadine blocks the action of another chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes.
Thus, Fexokast tablet helps to reduce and relieve the symptoms of sneezing, runny nose, stuffy nose, watery eyes due to allergies.
Fexokast Tablet Sideeffects :-
Like all medicines, Fexokast tablet can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
Some common side effects like -
Nausea,
Diarrhea,
Vomiting,
Skin rash,
Fever,
Headache,
Drowsiness,
Dizziness and there can be many other side effects as well as some side effects. Those that have not been mentioned. However, if you have any experience of any sideeffets and if they do not reduce then consult your doctor.
Precautions :-
• Fexokast tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. While taking Fexokast tablet do not drive or do any other work that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
• Avoid or stop drinking alcohol while taking Fexokast tablet as it can disturb your sleepiness.
• It is necessary to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney problems before you start taking Fexokast tablet. You should also consulat your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• When consuming alcohol with Fexokast tablet caution is advised to you. Please inform your doctor.
• Fexokast tablet may be risky to use during pregnancy. Although there are some limited studies in humans and animal studies have shown some harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing this tablet to you. Please consult your doctor.
• Fexokast tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited data in human suggests that Fexokast tablet does not represent any significant risk to the baby inside you.
• Fexokast tablet may decrease your alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if you notice this symptoms occuring.
• Before taking Fexokast tablet you should consult or inform you doctor if you have any kidney disease . It should be used with caution for kidney disease patient. Dose adjustment of Fexokast tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with last stage kidney disease.
• Fexokast tablet is safe in all probability to use in patients with liver diseases. Some available Limited data suggests that dose adjustment of Fexokast tablet may not be needed in liver or kidney patients. Please inform or consult your doctor before taking Fexokast tablet.
Fexokast Tablet Price :-
MRP ₹ : ( 10tabs )
Fexokast Tablet Marketed By :-
Encore Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Fexokast Tablet Self-life :-
Please see the expiry date/manufacture date printed on Fexokast Tablet pack.
Classification :-
Drug Name - Montelukast & Fexofenadine,
Therapeutic Class - Leukotriene receptor antagonist & Antihistamines,
Dosage Forms - Oral tablet,
Therapeutic Indication - Respiratory,