 Fexofenadine and brand names Allegra and Allegra-D (made by Aventis)
is an antihistamine, that works by blocking histamine, a substance in the
body that causes allergic symptoms. It is used to relieve hay fever and
allergy symptoms, including runny nose, sneezing and red, itchy, watering
eyes and to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.
Fexofenadine may cause less drowsiness than other antihistamines. Allegra D also contains
Pseudoephedrine which relieves nasal congestion commonly associated with colds or allergies.
Note : Hoechst became Sanofi Aventis after merging with Rhone-Poulenc.
Fexofenadine is also available from Sanofi Aventis under the brand name of Telfast.
Ordering options for Fexofenadine, including Allegra, Allegra-D and Telfast are below.
No prescription is needed, but some pharmacies will require a consultation via questionnaire to
enable their staff physician to issue a prescription (this is a free consultation).
Other pharmacies do not require a consultation (no consultation needed)*
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