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Fexofenadine (Allegra)

Fexofenadine (Allegra) Information

Allegra is the brand name. Fexofenadine is the generic name. Allegra is an antihistamine used to treat hay fever and allergies. For information on antihistamines and how they work, see Understanding Allergy and Hay Fever Medications.
 
Basic medication information for Allegra (NDA #020625) is as follows: 

  • Active ingredient: Fexofenadine hydrochloride


  • Dosage form: Capsule, oral


  • Strength: 60 mg


  • FDA approval: July 25, 1996


  • Company name: Aventis Pharms

Basic medication information for Allegra (NDA #020872) is as follows:

  • Active ingredient: Fexofenadine hydrochloride


  • Dosage form: Tablet, oral


  • Strength: Multiple strengths


  • FDA approval: February 25, 2000


  • Company name: Aventis Pharms

Basic medication information for Allegra-D 24 hour (NDA #021704) is as follows:

  • Active ingredient: Fexofenadine Hydrochloride; pseudoephedrine hydrochloride


  • Dosage form: Tablet, extended release, oral


  • Strength: 180 mg of fexofenadine; 240 mg of pseudoephedrine


  • FDA approval: October 19, 2004


  • Company name: Aventis Pharms

Basic medication information for Allegra-D 12 hour (NDA #020786) is as follows:

  • Active ingredient: Fexofenadine hydrochloride; pseudoephedrine hydrochloride


  • Dosage form: Tablet, extended release, oral


  • Strength: 60 mg of fexofenadine; 120 mg of pseudoephedrine


  • FDA approval: December 24, 1997


  • Company name: Aventis Pharms



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