Aller-Ease
Generic name:fexofenadine [ FEX-oh-FEN-a-deen ]
Brand names: Allegra, Aller-Ease, Children's Allegra Allergy, Mucinex Allergy, Wal-Fex
Drug class:Antihistamines
What is Aller-Ease?
Aller-Ease is an antihistamine that is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies (hay fever) in adults and children.
Aller-Ease is also used to treat skin itching and hives caused by a condition called chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children at least 6 years old.
There are many brands and forms of fexofenadine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Aller-Ease may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not take Aller-Ease with fruit juice (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit).
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Aller-Ease if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Aller-Ease is safe to use if you have:
kidney disease.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. If you are 65 or older, ask a doctor before taking Aller-Ease.
This medicine may contain phenylalanine. Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
How should I take Aller-Ease?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving cough or cold medicine to a child.
Ask a doctor before giving Aller-Ease liquid to a child younger than 2 years old.
The disintegrating (melting) tablets are not for use in a child younger than 6 years old.
The 12-hour and 24-hour forms of Aller-Ease are not for use in a child younger than 12 years old.
Take this medicine only with water.
Take the disintegrating tablet on an empty stomach.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing cup provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
Remove an orally disintegrating tablet from the package only when you are ready to take the medicine. Place the tablet on your tongue and allow it to dissolve, without chewing. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Store Aller-Ease in its original package at room temperature, away from moisture and heat....
