A member asked:

I'm having an exercise induced asthma attack and don't have my inhaler. i took allegra (fexofenadine) this morning but would taking another help?

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Dr. Alan Levine answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not likely: EIA is a result of muscular spasm of the alveoli of the lungs. An antihistamine, such as Allegra, (fexofenadine) will not relieve this. You need an inhaler to control this. In a pinch, caffeine (coffee,tea,chocolate) may help.

Answered 3/28/2020

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