Tablet
Fexo 120 mg Tablet
Generic: Fexofenadine Hydrochloride
Manufacturer: Square Pharmaceuticals PLC
Therapeutic class: Non-sedating Antihistamine
What is Fexo used for?
Fexo (Tablet) contains Fexofenadine Hydrochloride 120 mg and is made by Square Pharmaceuticals PLC. Therapeutic class: Non-sedating Antihistamine.
Price in Bangladesh
| Pack | Price (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Per tablet | ৳ 9.00 |
| 1 strip (10 tablets) | ৳ 90.00 |
Prices are indicative — actual retail price may vary by pharmacy.
What is Fexo?
Fexo 120 mg Tablet contains fexofenadine hydrochloride, a non-sedating antihistamine made by Square Pharmaceuticals PLC. It is used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and hives related to allergic rhinitis or chronic urticaria.
Fexo 120 mg is Square Pharmaceuticals' fexofenadine brand, a second-generation antihistamine that relieves allergy symptoms without causing significant drowsiness.
It blocks H₁ histamine receptors, controlling sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes and skin rashes.
Indications
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
- Perennial allergic rhinitis
- Chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives)
- Allergic skin itching
Dosage & Administration
ChamberBD shows dosing only from the approved product label, with its source named, and no label is on file for Fexo 120 mg Tablet. Use the dose your doctor prescribed and the instructions in the pack leaflet.
Side Effects
Usually well tolerated. Possible effects:
- Headache
- Mild drowsiness (much less than older antihistamines)
- Dizziness
- Nausea, dry mouth
Precautions & Warnings
Caution: Although classed as non-sedating, assess how it affects you before driving or operating machinery. Use cautiously in kidney impairment — dose adjustment may be needed. Do not take antacids containing aluminium or magnesium within 2 hours of Fexo.
Drug Interactions
Aluminium/magnesium antacids reduce fexofenadine absorption. Erythromycin and ketoconazole can raise its blood level. Avoid taking with fruit juices (apple, orange, grapefruit).
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to fexofenadine or any component of the formulation.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Use in pregnancy only if clearly needed (US FDA category C). Caution in breastfeeding — consult your doctor first.
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.