Allegra-D
(fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine)
Treats allergy symptoms and congestion.
Our bottom line
Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) is a combination allergy medicine that's useful if you have congestion and runny nose.
- Drug class: Respiratory
- Rx status: Over-the-counter
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine)
Upsides
- Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) contains two medicines that work in different ways to help relieve multiple symptoms including nasal congestion and allergies.
- Available without a prescription in the drugstore.
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What to expect from Allegra-D, on one page
Download Fact SheetDownsides
- You must show a photo ID to purchase this medicine from behind the pharmacy counter. There's a maximum limit on how much Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) you can buy at a time.
- Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) can have more side effects (such as increased blood pressure and difficulty sleeping) than Allegra since it has pseudoephedrine in it.
- If you have severe high blood pressure or heart disease you can't take this medicine. If you have kidney damage, you may not be able to take Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine).
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Download Fact SheetAllegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) combines the effects of an antihistamine and a decongestant. Fexofenadine (an antihistamine) blocks a chemical that causes symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and itching while pseudoephedrine (a decongestant) narrows blood vessels to decrease mucus and help you breathe better.
- Drug class: Respiratory
- Rx status: Over-the-counter
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine)
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Dosage forms
- Pill
What to expect when you take Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) for Allergies
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- Effectiveness
- Full effects
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- Possible side effects
- Headache
- Trouble sleeping
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Throat irritation
- Dizziness
Side effect rates for Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine)
- Headache13%13%
- Trouble sleeping13%13%
- Nausea7%7%
- Dry Mouth3%3%
- Indigestion3%3%
- Throat irritation2%2%
- Dizziness2%2%
- Agitation2%2%
- Back pain2%2%
- Palpitations2%2%
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People taking Allegra-D felt side effect more
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Risks and Warnings for Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.- Higher risk if:
- › Taking with alcohol
- › Taking other medicines that make you less alert
Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine) can lower your ability to focus, think, and react. Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
Common concerns from people taking Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- If you have high blood pressure or kidney problems, talk to your doctor before using Allegra-D (fexofenadine / pseudoephedrine).