Alert
Alert Products are primarily used for
Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies, Allergic conditions
About Alert Products
Uses of Alert Products
Fexofenadine is used in the treatment of sneezing and runny nose due to allergies and allergic conditions.
Alert Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Alert are Headache, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea1a.
How Alert Products work
Fexofenadine is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Patient Concerns about Alert Products
Frequently asked questions about Alert Products
Frequently asked questions about Fexofenadine
Q. What is Alert 180mg Syrup used for?
Alert 180mg Syrup is used for treating seasonal allergic conditions such as hay fever. It helps to relieve allergies of the nose (allergic rhinitis), sneezing, runny nose, itching in the eyes, excessively watery eyes, etc.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Alert 180mg Syrup?
Alert 180mg Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Alert 180mg Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I take Alert 180mg Syrup along with juices?
Avoid taking Alert 180mg Syrup with fatty meals and fruit juices as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine from the gut. If you need to take it, ensure a gap of at least 4 hours to decrease any possible medicine-food interaction.
Q. How much Alert 180mg Syrup should I take?
Alert 180mg Syrup should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your body's weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your condition.
Q. How should Alert 180mg Syrup be stored?
Keep Alert 180mg Syrup at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Always keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Q. Who should not take Alert 180mg Syrup?
Alert 180mg Syrup should not be given to patients with known allergies to any ingredients of this medicine. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath, and swelling of the face or tongue
Q. What is Alert 180mg Syrup used for?
Alert 180mg Syrup is used for treating seasonal allergic conditions such as hay fever. It helps to relieve allergies of the nose (allergic rhinitis), sneezing, runny nose, itching in the eyes, excessively watery eyes, etc.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Alert 180mg Syrup?
Before starting treatment with Alert 180mg Syrup, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidneys, heart or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Additionally, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, are pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Alert 180mg Syrup?
If you forget a dose of Alert 180mg Syrup, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Can I stop taking Alert 180mg Syrup if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Alert 180mg Syrup even if you feel better unless your doctor tells you to stop taking it. This is because, stopping the medicine suddenly, without completing your full course of treatment may cause the returning of your symptoms and it can even worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. Is Alert 180mg Syrup an antibiotic?
No. Alert 180mg Syrup is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergy medicine and helps to treat allergic conditions such as sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, hives, etc. On the other hand, antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Q. Can Alert 180mg Syrup cause dizziness?
Yes, Alert 180mg Syrup can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, do not drive or use any machines. It is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.