This eMedTV article discusses Allegra, a prescription antihistamine used to treat allergies and chronic hives. The article includes information about Allegra's uses, dosages, side effects, and precautions.
Common Allegra side effects include headache, respiratory tract infections, and coughing. As this eMedTV page explains, most people tolerate Allegra well. When side effects do occur, they are usually minor, though rare side effects are possible.
Clinical research has found that Allegra is probably not related to weight gain. This eMedTV article discusses Allegra and weight gain, including suggestions for maintaining a healthy lifestyle to prevent weight gain.
This eMedTV article explains that even though clinical studies indicated otherwise, insomnia is a possible side effect of Allegra. This article addresses a possible connection between Allegra and insomnia and explains how to get better quality sleep.
Back pain is one of the most common side effects of Allegra. This eMedTV segment addresses the connection between Allegra and back pain and provides some options for relieving that pain, such as medications and applying heat or cold.
Migraines appear to be a side effect of Allegra, but not everyone who takes the drug will experience them. This eMedTV article offers a discussion on Allegra and migraines, including the results of clinical studies and what you can do if they occur.
What is Allegra used for? As this segment of the eMedTV archives explains, Allegra is used to treat seasonal allergy symptoms as well as chronic hives and other conditions. The article also describes how the drug works and who can use it.
Allegra is available in several dosages. As this eMedTV segment explains, your Allegra dosage will depend on a number of factors including age, health, and pre-existing medical conditions you may have. This page offers an overview of Allegra dosages.
Allegra drug interactions can occur with Nizoral, Ery-Tab, and antacids such as Maalox or Mylanta. This eMedTV article discusses how these interactions may affect the way your body metabolizes Allegra.
This part of the eMedTV Web site deals with Allegra precautions and warnings. In this article you will learn about breastfeeding and pregnancy warnings, potential drug interactions, drowsiness, and other precautions for Allegra.
The FDA has classified Allegra as a pregnancy Category C medicine. As this eMedTV article explains, Allegra may be prescribed if the benefits to the pregnant woman outweigh the risks to the fetus. This page talks about Allegra and pregnancy.
There is a generic form of Allegra, an antihistamine drug used to treat allergies and chronic hives. As this eMedTV page describes, generic Allegra is sold under the name Fexofenadine Hydrochloride tablets and comes in three different strengths.
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