Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Composition of Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Odifex 180 mg Tablet contains Fexofenadine (180mg). It belongs to the Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist class of medicines.

Uses of Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Allergic conditions Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies Odifex 180 Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as sneezing
• itching
• watery eyes
• and runny nose. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

How Odifex 180 mg Tablet works

Odifex 180 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the effects of natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your immune system’s response to these conditions.

How to take Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Odifex 180 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Odifex are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Older antihistamines cause marked drowsiness — do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this affects you. Tell your doctor promptly about any change in mood, sleep, agitation or unusual thoughts while taking montelukast; this is uncommon but recognised. This relieves the symptoms of an allergy; it does not treat the cause, and it is not a treatment for an acute asthma attack. Seek emergency care for swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing.

Do not take Odifex if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol, sleeping tablets and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness. Tell your doctor about all cold and cough preparations — many already contain an antihistamine.

How to store Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Odifex 180 mg Tablet

Avoid drinking fruit juices (such as apple or orange juice), as they may affect the absorption of this medicine and reduce its effectiveness. Avoid using antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medicine, as they can make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine. Never give this medicine to someone who appears to have a similar illness. It should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication, as it may increase the risk of sleepiness. Stop taking Odifex 180 Tablet at least 3 days before undergoing an allergy test, as it can affect the test results. If you notice a rapid heartbeat, irregular pulse, or a sensation of palpitations, stop taking the medication and contact your doctor immediately. These symptoms may indicate a cardiovascular side effect that requires medical attention.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

RESPIRATORY

Drug class:

Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist

Chemical class:

Diphenylmethanes