Fenafex

Fenafex is a second-generation antihistamine with Fexofenadine Hydrochloride:

• Mechanism: Competitively blocks peripheral H1-receptors, preventing histamine from triggering allergic symptoms
• Non-drowsy: Low blood-brain barrier penetration means significantly less sedation than first-generation antihistamines
• Absorption: Onset within 1 hour, duration 12-24 hours. Excreted mainly via feces, minimal hepatic metabolism

Fenafex 180 mg once daily for urticaria, 60 mg twice daily for allergic rhinitis.

Fenafex with Fexofenadine treats:

• Allergic Rhinitis — Relieves sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy nose/palate, and eye symptoms within 1 hour
• Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria — Fenafex 180 mg once daily significantly reduces hives and itching. Safe for continuous use
• Other allergies — May be used for food allergies, insect allergies as directed

Symptom relief only. Consult a pharmacist if no improvement after 3-5 days.

Dosage:

• Allergic rhinitis: Adults/children 12+: Fexofenadine 60 mg twice daily. Children 6-11: 30 mg twice daily
• Chronic urticaria: Adults: Fenafex 180 mg once daily

How to take:

1. Take with water only — avoid orange, apple or grapefruit juice (reduces absorption)
2. Can be taken with or without food
3. Avoid antacids with aluminium/magnesium within 2 hours

Renal impairment: Consult a pharmacist for dose adjustment.

Missed dose: Take as soon as remembered. Skip if near next dose — do not double.

Common: Headache (most common), mild drowsiness (much less than first-gen), nausea, indigestion

Uncommon: Dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, abdominal pain

Stop and seek help if: Severe allergic reaction (widespread rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of face/tongue/throat), rapid heartbeat

Fenafex causes significantly less drowsiness than first-generation antihistamines. Most people can drive normally, but observe initial response.

Do not use: Allergy to Fexofenadine, severe renal impairment (consult doctor), children under 6 (tablet form)

Precautions:

• Avoid fruit juices (orange, apple, grapefruit) — reduce Fexofenadine absorption by 30-40%
• Space antacids (aluminium/magnesium) by 2+ hours
• Avoid alcohol — may increase drowsiness

Pregnancy/breastfeeding: Consult a doctor. Not recommended in first trimester. May be excreted in breast milk.

Fenafex vs other antihistamines at Intimo Life:

• vs Telfast (Fexofenadine): Same active ingredient. Telfast is the original brand by Sanofi. Fenafex is a generic — more affordable, equivalent efficacy
• vs Alerest (Cetirizine 10 mg): Different antihistamine, may cause slightly more drowsiness

Summary: Fenafex = same as Telfast but cheaper | Alerest = different agent, may be drowsier.

Fenafex starts working within 1 hour. Sneezing, runny nose, itching and hives begin to improve noticeably.

Fexofenadine lasts 12-24 hours — Fenafex 180 mg once daily covers the full day. Fenafex 60 mg lasts ~12 hours, requiring twice-daily dosing.

Fenafex with Fexofenadine is available at pharmacies or online at Intimo Life. Two sizes: 60 mg (10 tablets) for allergic rhinitis and 180 mg (10 tablets) for chronic urticaria. Affordable, non-drowsy formula delivered discreetly.