Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the prevention of asthma. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet1, Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet2, and Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet3.

Uses of Fexophen AM Tablet

Asthma

Benefits of Fexophen AM Tablet

In Asthma

Asthma is a condition in which your airways become narrow and as a result, breathing becomes difficult. Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens it. It also gives relief from congestion or stuffiness by loosening mucus and helping to cough out. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Regular exercise and yoga can help improve the symptoms of asthma in the long term, in addition to improving overall health.

Side effects of Fexophen AM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fexophen AM

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Rash
Increased white blood cell count
Increased transaminase level in blood
Upper respiratory tract infection
Constipation
Abdominal discomfort
Abdominal distension
Heartburn
Loss of appetite
Esophageal bleeding
Nasal inflammation

How to use Fexophen AM Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Fexophen AM Tablet

You have been prescribed Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet for prevention of asthma.
Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor the level of drug in your body.
Avoid using antacids within 30 minutes of taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication.
Notify your doctor if you smoke or have an viral infection. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

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Patient concerns

I am having asthama & need rotahealer sometime. how to reduce. I am swimming in the morning for one month. kindly advice.

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

read more about asthma at: www.arohealth.com/bronchial asthma

Dry scaling Psoriasis (10 years); asthma 3 years.; obesity I have been on folitrax 7.5 mg x 2 once a week for the last 8 years. I also take folvite 50 daily. The breathing difficulty is recent. I am on seroflo inhaler twice a day and tiate once a day. There is no change in the psoriasis but the asthma is getting worse.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

You should visit md medicine for asthmaNo idea about asthma

FAQs

Fexophen AM Tablet

What should be avoided while taking Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet?

Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet.

Can I stop Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problem due to the use of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet, inform your doctor.

Can the use of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.

Will a higher than the recommended dose of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting worse, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Fexophen AM 10mg/120mg/200mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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