Fexyfin Oral Suspension
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Fexyfin Oral Suspension is usually given to children to treat a wide range of symptoms caused due to allergic conditions such as hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and common cold. These symptoms include watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching among others.
Give Fexyfin Oral Suspension to your child by mouth with or without food in the dose and way prescribed by the doctor. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. The allergic symptoms may subside after your child has taken the initial few doses of Fexyfin Oral Suspension. In case of serious allergic conditions, your child may have to continue taking the medicine for a week or two. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, let the child calm down and give the same dose again. However, do not repeat the dose if it is already time for the next dose.
The intake of the medicine may cause some minor and temporary side effects like nausea, vomiting, dizziness, sleepiness, and headache. These side effects should ideally diminish on their own. But, in case they persist or start bothering your child, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.
Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any medical regime or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Make sure the doctor knows if your child has or had any heart, liver, kidney problems or was born prematurely. Any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems should also be well indicated to the doctor to avoid any complications in the treatment. Knowing the entire medical history will help your child’s doctor make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment better.
Give Fexyfin Oral Suspension to your child by mouth with or without food in the dose and way prescribed by the doctor. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. The allergic symptoms may subside after your child has taken the initial few doses of Fexyfin Oral Suspension. In case of serious allergic conditions, your child may have to continue taking the medicine for a week or two. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, let the child calm down and give the same dose again. However, do not repeat the dose if it is already time for the next dose.
The intake of the medicine may cause some minor and temporary side effects like nausea, vomiting, dizziness, sleepiness, and headache. These side effects should ideally diminish on their own. But, in case they persist or start bothering your child, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.
Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any medical regime or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Make sure the doctor knows if your child has or had any heart, liver, kidney problems or was born prematurely. Any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems should also be well indicated to the doctor to avoid any complications in the treatment. Knowing the entire medical history will help your child’s doctor make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment better.
Uses of Fexyfin Oral Suspension in children
- Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
Benefits of Fexyfin Oral Suspension for your child
In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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.
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Fexyfin Oral Suspension is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as hives. It reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant or allergen that may be causing the symptoms. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You may only need to take Fexyfin Oral Suspension on a day you have symptoms or on a regular basis when allergens are most prevalent. Consult with your doctor to get maximum benefits.
Side effects of Fexyfin Oral Suspension in children
Fexyfin Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Fexyfin
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
How can I give Fexyfin Oral Suspension to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Fexyfin Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Fexyfin Oral Suspension works
Fexyfin Oral Suspension belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Fexyfin Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fexyfin Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fexyfin Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Fexyfin Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Fexyfin Oral Suspension to your child in case of severe liver disease.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Fexyfin Oral Suspension to your child in case of severe liver disease.
What if I forget to give Fexyfin Oral Suspension to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
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Quick tips
- Try giving the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
- Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Fexyfin Oral Suspension. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
- Avoid giving Fexyfin Oral Suspension with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
- Fexyfin Oral Suspension should be avoided in children who are less than 12 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
- Practice self-care tips:
- Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens.
- Maintain a neat and clean ambiance around your child.
- Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places.
- Use of air conditioners instead of opening windows during the pollen season.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Fexyfin Oral Suspension used for?
Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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. Who should not take Fexyfin Oral Suspension?
Fexyfin Oral Suspension should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other 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. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Fexyfin Oral Suspension?
Fexyfin Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Fexyfin Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I give Fexyfin Oral Suspension along with juices?
Avoid giving Fexyfin Oral Suspension with fatty meals and fruit juices as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine from the gut. If you need to give it to your child, ensure a gap of at least 4 hours to decrease any possible medicine-food interaction.
Q. How much Fexyfin Oral Suspension should I give to my child?
Fexyfin Oral Suspension should be given strictly as prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
Q. My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Fexyfin Oral Suspension?
No, refrain from giving Fexyfin Oral Suspension to your child to induce sleep. Sleeplessness could be due to some other problem. Unnecessary use of Fexyfin Oral Suspension may lead to side effects. It is best to consult your doctor if your child cannot sleep or if you have any queries regarding the use of this medicine.
Q. How should Fexyfin Oral Suspension be stored?
Keep Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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. What is Fexyfin Oral Suspension used for?
Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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 Fexyfin Oral Suspension?
Before starting treatment with Fexyfin Oral Suspension, 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 Fexyfin Oral Suspension?
If you forget a dose of Fexyfin Oral Suspension, 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. Who should not take Fexyfin Oral Suspension?
Fexyfin Oral Suspension should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other 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. Can I stop taking Fexyfin Oral Suspension if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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 Fexyfin Oral Suspension an antibiotic?
No. Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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 Fexyfin Oral Suspension cause dizziness?
Yes, Fexyfin Oral Suspension 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.
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