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How to use FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Introduction
  2. What is Fexofenadine Cipla 120mg and what is it used for
  3. What you need to know before taking Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg
  4. How to take Fexofenadine Cipla 120mg
  5. Possible side effects
  6. Storage of Fexofenadine Cipla 120mg
  7. Package contents and additional information

Introduction

Patient Information Leaflet

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets EFG

Fexofenadine hydrochloride

Read the entire leaflet carefully before starting to take this medication, as it contains important information for you.

-Keep this leaflet, as you may need to read it again. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

-This medication has been prescribed to you only, and you should not give it to others, even if they have the same symptoms as you, as it may harm them.

-If you experience side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the Leaflet

  1. What is Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before taking Fexofenadine Cipla
  3. How to take Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storage of Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg
  6. Package contents and additional information

1. What is Fexofenadine Cipla 120mg and what is it used for

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg contains fexofenadine hydrochloride, which is an antihistamine.

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg is used in adults and adolescents 12 years and older for the relief of symptoms associated with pollen allergy (seasonal allergic rhinitis) such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, and nasal congestion, as well as itchy and red eyes and tearing.

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2. What you need to know before taking Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg

Do not take Fexofenadine Cipla:

  • if you are allergic to fexofenadine or any of the other ingredients of this medication (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions

Consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Fexofenadine Cipla if:

  • You have liver or kidney problems.
  • You have or have had a heart condition, as this type of medication may cause an irregular or faster heartbeat.
  • You are an elderly patient.

Children and adolescents

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets are not recommended for children and adolescents under 12 years of age.

Taking Fexofenadine Cipla with other medications

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or may need to use any other medication.

If you are taking apalutamide (a medication for prostate cancer), as the effect of fexofenadine may be reduced.

Indigestion products containing aluminum and magnesium may alter the action of Fexofenadine Cipla by reducing the amount of medication absorbed.

A 2-hour interval is recommended between taking Fexofenadine Cipla and the indigestion product.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

Do not take Fexofenadine Cipla if you are pregnant unless it is absolutely necessary.

Fexofenadine Cipla is not recommended during breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg tablets are unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use machines. However, make sure these tablets do not make you feel drowsy or dizzy before driving or operating machinery.

Fexofenadine Cipla contains sodium

This medication contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per tablet, which is essentially "sodium-free".

3. How to take Fexofenadine Cipla 120mg

Follow the exact instructions for administration of this medication as indicated by your doctor. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

Adults and adolescents 12 years and older

The recommended dose is one tablet (120 mg) per day.

Take the tablet with water before a meal.

This medication starts to relieve your symptoms within 1 hour and lasts 24 hours.

Use in children and adolescents

Fexofenadine is not recommended for children and adolescents under 12 years of age.

If you take more Fexofenadine Cipla than you should

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medication and the amount ingested.

The symptoms of an overdose in adults are dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, and dry mouth.

If you forget to take Fexofenadine Cipla

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.

Take the next dose at the scheduled time as prescribed by your doctor.

If you stop taking Fexofenadine Cipla

Consult your doctor if you want to stop taking fexofenadine before completing the treatment cycle.

If you stop taking fexofenadine before it is due, your symptoms may reappear.

If you have any further questions about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medications, this medication can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.

Consult your doctor immediately and stop taking Fexofenadine Cipla if you experience:

Facial swelling, lips, tongue, or throat, and difficulty breathing, as these may be signs of a severe allergic reaction.

The following side effects have also been reported:

Common side effects(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

  • Headache
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness

Uncommon side effects(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)

  • Fatigue
  • Drowsiness

Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from available data):

  • Difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
  • Sleep disorders
  • Nightmares
  • Nervousness
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Diarrhea
  • Hives and itching
  • Rash
  • Severe allergic reactions that may cause swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, flushing, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing
  • Blurred vision

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Medicines Agency's website: www.notificaram.es.

By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medication.

5. Storage of Fexofenadine Cipla 120mg

Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medication after the expiration date stated on the label/carton/blister after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

This medication does not require special storage conditions.

Medications should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medication. This will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and additional information

Composition of Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg

  • The active ingredient is fexofenadine hydrochloride. Each film-coated tablet contains 120 mg of fexofenadine hydrochloride.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • Core of the tablet: microcrystalline cellulose, cornstarch, sodium croscarmellose, povidone, and magnesium stearate.
    • Coating: hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E 171), macrogol, yellow iron oxide (E 172), and red iron oxide (E 172).

Appearance of the product and package contents

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg are film-coated tablets, peach-colored, oblong, biconvex, and smooth on both sides. Dimensions 15.00 mm x 6.5 mm.

They are packaged in PVC/PVDC/Al blisters in cartons containing 7, 10, 15, 20, 30, 50, 100, and 200 (as 10x20) tablets per package.

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer

Marketing authorization holder:

Cipla Europe NV, De Keyserlei 58-60, Box-19, 2018, Antwerp, Belgium

Manufacturer:

Cipla Europe NV,

De Keyserlei 58-60, Box-19, 2018, Antwerp, Belgium

or

S&D Pharma CZ, spol.s r.o,

Theodor 28, Pchery (Pharmos a.s. facility), 27308, Czech Republic

Local Representative: Cipla Europe NV, Spanish branch.

C/Guzmán el Bueno, 133, Edif Britannia, 28003, Madrid

This medication is authorized in the Member States of the European Economic Area under the following names:

Germany

Fexofenadine hydrochloride Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets

Croatia

Fexofenadine hydrochloride Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets

Denmark

Fexofenadine "Cipla", film-coated tablets 120 mg

Spain

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets EFG

Finland

Fexorin

France

FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg, film-coated tablet

Hungary

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablet

Italy

Fexofenadine Cipla

Norway

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets

Poland

Fexofenadine hydrochloride Cipla, 120 mg, film-coated tablets

Portugal

Fexofenadine hydrochloride Cipla

Sweden

Fexofenadine Cipla 120 mg film-coated tablets

Date of the last revision of this leaflet:02/2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

The active ingredient in FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is fexofenadine. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

The average pharmacy price for FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is around 2.15 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.

FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is manufactured by Cipla Europe. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Doctors such as Family doctors, Pulmonologists, Allergists, ENT doctors, General medicine doctors, Anaesthesiologists may assess whether FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

The prescription is issued by a doctor after assessing your health. In Spain, FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is then dispensed in pharmacies with that prescription. An online consultation does not guarantee that a prescription will be issued: the decision always rests with the doctor.

To request an assessment, you can use Oladoctor:

Other medicines with the same active substance (fexofenadine) include FEXOFENADINE CIPLA 180 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, FEXOFENADINE OPELLA 180 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, RINIWEL 120 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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