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Allegra Side Effects

Generic Name: fexofenadine

Please note - some side effects for Allegra may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).


Side Effects of Allegra - for the Consumer

Allegra

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Allegra:

Dizziness; headache; stomach upset.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Allegra:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); earache; fever; severe or persistent coughing or vomiting.

Allegra-D Extended-Release Tablets (12 Hour)

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Allegra-D Extended-Release Tablets (12 Hour):

Dizziness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; nervousness; trouble sleeping.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Allegra-D Extended-Release Tablets (12 Hour):

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficult urination; fast/irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; mental or mood changes; seizures; shaking or tremor.

Allegra-D 24 Hour Extended-Release Tablets (24 Hour)

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Allegra-D 24 Hour Extended-Release Tablets (24 Hour):

Dizziness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; nervousness; trouble sleeping.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Allegra-D 24 Hour Extended-Release Tablets (24 Hour):

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficult urination; fast/irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; mental or mood changes; seizures; involuntary shaking or tremor.

Allegra ODT Orally Disintegrating Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Allegra ODT Orally Disintegrating Tablets:

Dizziness; headache; stomach upset.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Allegra ODT Orally Disintegrating Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); earache; fever; severe or persistent coughing or vomiting.

Allegra Suspension

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Allegra Suspension:

Dizziness; headache; stomach upset.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Allegra Suspension:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); earache; fever; severe or persistent coughing or vomiting.

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Allegra Side Effects - for the Professional

Allegra

The most common adverse reactions (≥ 5%) are headache and vomiting (6)



To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact sanofi-aventis at 1-800-633-1610 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch


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Side Effects by Body System

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea and dyspepsia in approximately 1.5% of patients.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included drowsiness in 1.3% of patients. Dizziness and headache have also been reported.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included dysmenorrhea at a rate of 1.3%.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included rare reports of rash, urticaria, and pruritus. Other hypersensitivity reactions have included angioedema, chest tightness, dyspnea, flushing, and systemic anaphylaxis.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included nasopharyngitis and upper respiratory tract infection.

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal side effects have included myalgia, back pain, and pain in extremity.

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More resources:

Drugs.com Allegra

PDR Allegra

MedFacts Allegra

MedFacts Allegra ODT Orally Disintegrating Tablets

Micromedex Allegra - Includes detailed dosage instructions.

FDA Fexofenadine

FDA Allegra

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