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What are the side effects of allegra (fexofenadine) when is the best time to take it ?

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Dr. Albert Melaragno answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Very few: Allegra (fexofenadine) is a very safe and effective anti-histamine. 24 hour med so take it in the morning. Generally does not have any drowsiness associated with it

Answered 8/17/2014

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Allegra (fexofenadine): It can make you dry, the D version can raise your blood pressure and make you feel anxious and in men with enlarged prostrates can make it hard to urinate. Best time to take is between 4 to 6 pm as most things bloom at night

Answered 12/26/2020

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Dr. Lee Peter Bee answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Many: Allegra, (fexofenadine) or Fexofenadine, have similar side effects profile compared to other newer generation of antihistamine medications. All antihistamine medications also has anticholinergic effects, which can contribute to dizziness, sedation, urinary retention, diarrhea, muscle cramp, gastrointestinal discomfort, menstrual cramp which are related to the anticholinergic effects of the medication.

Answered 5/4/2015

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