Allergens
and Role of Allegra
Some people tend to suffer irritation
easily. Changes in weather or
simply being allergic to foods
could result in allergic reactions.
In order to counter these allergies
there are particular medicines
that are commonly used. One particular medicine that
is used is Allegra, which is
a decongestant and antihistamine
ingredients. Allegra is used
to combat allergies like: itchy
throat, watery or itchy eyes,
nasal congestion, runny nose,
and sneezing.
Allegra Dosage
Allegra is supposed to be consumed
in accordance with a prescription
from your doctor. Usually, doctors
advise 2 pills a day. However,
your doctor will have to determine
whether this amount per day
is suitable for you.
Allegra pills are only supposed
to be consumed by mouth. You
are not supposed to chew or
break the Allegra capsule. If
you do so it will lose its intended
effects, and might cause you
to experience side effects.
Allegra should be taken on
an empty stomach preferably
or at least a couple of hours
before eating. Concerning what
you eat, you are advised not
to eat high fat meals.
Do not skip doses of Allegra.
You should not try to double
dose and make up for a missed
dose. Simply skip the dose you
miss and move on to the next
one.
Side Effects of Allegra
Some of the side effects
experienced while using Allegra
include:
• Upset stomach,
• headache,
• trouble sleeping,
• dizziness,
• dry mouth,
• nausea,
• nervousness.
Severe side effects
that should tell your doctor
off immediately include:
• rapid or irregular
heartbeat,
• an uncontrollable tremor
Rarer side effects
experienced by those who use
Allegra include:
• seizures,
• mental/mood changes,
• chest pain.
Allergic reactions
to Allegra itself can also take
place. Some of these include:
• dizziness,
• trouble breathing,
• itching,
• rash,
• swelling.
Precautions Using Allegra
Since Allegra may cause dizziness
of drowsiness, you are advised
not to work with heavy machinery
or engage in any activity that
requires your complete concentration.
You should also limit your alcohol
intake while using Allegra
Taking Allegra may interfere
with other allergy tests. Before
going for any tests, you would
need to discontinue Allegra.
You would need to talk to your
doctor about how long you would
have to discontinue Allegra
for.
You should also talk to your
doctor before starting or discontinuing
any type of drugs, particularly
those that contain appetite
decongestants, controllers,
and antihistamines.
Allegra should not be consumed
by pregnant women, as it may
be a risk to the fetus.
You are advised not to take
antacids along with using Allegra,
especially drugs that contain
aluminum or magnesium. The following
are drugs that are particularly
noted:
• Mylanta,
• Pepcid Complete,
• Milk of Magnesia,
• Maalox,
• Rolaids,
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