Fexofenadine Sandoz Filmtabl 120 mg 10 pcs

What is Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg and when is it used?

Fexofenadine Sandoz is an antihistamine. It is used to treat hay fever and counteracts symptoms such as sneezing, burning, watery or reddened eyes, irritated mucous membranes in the nose or throat, and nasal congestion.

When should Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg not be taken?

People with a known hypersensitivity to one of the components of Fexofenadine Sandoz film-coated tablets must not take Fexofenadine Sandoz.Children under 12 years of age should not take Fexofenadine Sandoz.

When should you be careful when taking Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg?

It is recommended to take gastric acid-inhibiting preparations with aluminum and magnesium hydroxide two hours apart from Fexofenadine Sandoz.Special studies (e.g. driving test) have shown that the active ingredient in Fexofenadine Sandoz usually does not affect performance and concentration either impaired and just as little tired or sleepy as placebo (tablets without an active ingredient). In the case of particularly sensitive people, however, the individual reaction to Fexofenadine Sandoz should be checked beforehand.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• suffer from other illnesses,have allergies ortake or use external medicines (including those you bought yourself!).

These The medicinal product contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per film-coated tablet, i.e. it is almost «sodium-free».

Can Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg?Adults and adolescents from the age of 12

Take 1x 1 film-coated tablet (120 mg) daily (preferably in the morning).

Do not change the prescribed dosage. Adhere to the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by your doctor.If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg have?

The following side effects can occur when taking or using Fexofenad in Sandoz:

Common (affects 1 to 10 users in 100)

Headache, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea. The frequency of these side effects seen with the active ingredient in Fexofenadine Sandoz is similar to that seen with placebo (inactive tablets).

Uncommon (affects 1 to 10 users in 1000)

Diarrhea, dry mouth, tachycardia and palpitations.

Rare (affects 1 to 10 users in 10,000)

Tiredness, insomnia, nervousness, sleep disorders or nightmares, skin rashes, hives and itching.

Individual cases

In isolated cases, hypersensitivity reactions manifested by edema (water retention in the tissue), shortness of breath, chest tightness or reddened skin with a feeling of heat have been reported.If you notice any side effects, you should tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist inform. This also applies in particular toSide effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be taken into account?

The medicine may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage instructions

Store in the original packaging, not above 25°C and out of the reach of children.

Further information

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. These people have the detailed information for professionals.

What does Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg contain?

1 film-coated tablet contains:

Active substances

120 mg fexofenadine hydrochloride.

Excipients

Microcrystalline cellulose, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, povidone K30, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, Titanium dioxide (E 171), macrogol 400, macrogol 4000, iron oxide (E 172).1 film-coated tablet of Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg contains a maximum of 0.2 mg sodium.

Authorization number

66343 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Fexofenadine Sandoz 120 mg? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription:

Packs of 10 film-coated tablets.

In pharmacies only with a doctor's prescription.

Packs of 30 film-coated tablets.

Authorization holder

Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG, Risch; Domicile: RotkreuzThis leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in May 2020.