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Generic Allegra
  • How to use it for hives?

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What are hives?
  • Medically, hives are called as urticaria
  • Described as a red, raised, itchy skin rash which
    might be in some cases due to some allergic
    reaction or skin reaction which is a
    non-contagious disease.
  • Also known as welts, wheals or nettle rash.
  • Hives appears in 20 people around the world at
    some point of time
  • Hives is categorized into two types, acute and
    chronic

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Symptoms of Hives
  • The symptoms of acute urticaria are mild and
    clear up in a few days to weeks.
  • In chronic hives the symptoms are normally a bit
    severe and last for a couple of months. The
    common symptoms are

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  • Batches of red, itchy skin which can develop
    anywhere on the body.
  • Itching is normally observed which is severe
  • Painful swelling of the lips, eyelids, etc.
  • Increase in severity of rashes on exposure to
    heat, exercise, etc.
  • Tendency of these rashes and symptoms to last for
    more than 6 weeks.
  • Anaphylaxis.

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Causes of Hives
  • The exact cause of hives is still unknown but it
    is attributed to ones immune system. It is
    considered that external triggers might lead to
    hives. The common triggers which cause hives are

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  • Pain medications
  • Insects or parasites
  • Infection such as influenza, hepatitis B, etc.
  • Excessive scratching
  • Extreme heat or cold
  • Stress
  • Sunlight
  • Exercise
  • Alcohol
  • Chronic health issues such as thyroid diseases or
    lupus
  • Certain food items such as nuts, eggs,
    strawberries
  • Pressure on skin
  • Bacterial infections such as UTI and strep.
  • Pet dander from dogs, cats, horses, etc.
  • Dust mites
  • Cockroaches
  • Latex
  • Insect bites and stings

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Generic Allegra for treating hives
  • The newer antihistamine medications for treating
    hives.
  • The biggest advantage is it does not cause
    drowsiness and has fewer side effects when
    compared to other anti-allergic drugs.
  • Contains Fexofenadine as active component which
    is an FDA approved medicine.
  • This medicine is safe for use in children as well
    as adults

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Mechanism of action
  • Generic Allegra when ingested, Fexofenadine binds
    and blocks the H1 receptor and hinders the
    activation of H1 receptor cells by histamine. In
    this way the allergic reaction is damaged with
    the help of this histamine antagonist.

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Recommended dose
  • As far as the dose regime is concerned, it is
    best to consult doctor
  • The most commonly recommended dose of Allegra
    generic is 120mg or 60mg twice a day.
  • This medicine is best to be taken with water
    after food.
  • Do not take this medicine on an empty stomach.
  • Never increase the dose of this medicine without
    consulting a doctor.
  • Do not break, crush or chew the tablet before
    use.

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Side effect
  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Diarrhea
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Headache
  • Pain in muscles
  • Pain in back
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue

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Contact Us
  • MedstoreRx
  • Website http//www.medstorerx.com/generic-allegra
    .aspx
  • Email customersupport_at_medstorerx.com
  • 1806 576 3579

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