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The following information is a summary. It is not intended to replace a doctor's
instructions.
Allegra - Notes
Do not share this medication with others.
Allegra - Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember ( allegra side affects ). If it is near the time of
the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do
not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Allegra - Storage
Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away
from sunlight and moisture ( allegra side affects ).
Allegra -
Side Effects
Nausea, stomach upset, trouble sleeping, headache ( allegra side affects ), or cold symptoms may occur.
If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report
promptly: dizziness, mental/mood changes, fast heartbeat, fever. Very unlikely
but report promptly: irregular pulse, seizures, fainting. Although drowsiness is
very uncommon at usual doses under normal circumstances, be aware that this
medication ( allegra side affects )may have such an effect before performing tasks requiring alertness
(e.g., driving). If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Allegra - Uses
This medication contains an antihistamine and decongestant used to relieve
allergy symptoms such as itchy, red eyes, allegra side affects, stuffy nose and throat irritation.
Allegra -
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately ( allegra side affects ). Symptoms of overdose may include irregular or unusually slow
or fast heartbeat, unusual nervousness or excitement, rapid breathing, confusion,
hallucinations, and seizures.

Allegra -
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, kidney/urinary
problems, enlarged prostate, allegra side affects, glaucoma (narrow angle), severe high blood pressure,
heart disease, diabetes, thyroid problems (hyperthyroid). Limit alcohol intake,
as it may aggravate drug side effects. This medication should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor
( allegra side affects ).
The pseudoephedrine in this product is excreted into breast milk. Consult your
doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised when this product is used in
the elderly since this group may be more sensitive to side effects.
Allegra -
Directions
Take this medication by mouth on an empty stomach 1 hour before or two hours
after meals as directed ( allegra side affects ) , usually twice daily. Taking this medicine with a high
fat meal can decrease its effectiveness. Do not take antacids containing
aluminum and magnesium within 2 hours of taking this medication. Swallow the
medicine whole. Do not crush or chew the tablet, and do not take more than
prescribed. Do not take this product within 14 days after stopping an MAO
Inhibitor (see Drug Interactions).
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