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Back pain is one of the most common side effects of Allegra. This eMedTV segment addresses the connection between Allegra and back pain and provides some options for relieving that pain, such as medications and applying heat or cold.
This eMedTV article explains that even though clinical studies indicated otherwise, insomnia is a possible side effect of Allegra. This article addresses a possible connection between Allegra and insomnia and explains how to get better quality sleep.
Migraines appear to be a side effect of Allegra, but not everyone who takes the drug will experience them. This eMedTV article offers a discussion on Allegra and migraines, including the results of clinical studies and what you can do if they occur.
The FDA has classified Allegra as a pregnancy Category C medicine. As this eMedTV article explains, Allegra may be prescribed if the benefits to the pregnant woman outweigh the risks to the fetus. This page talks about Allegra and pregnancy.
Clinical research has found that Allegra is probably not related to weight gain. This eMedTV article discusses Allegra and weight gain, including suggestions for maintaining a healthy lifestyle to prevent weight gain.
Allegra is available in several dosages. As this eMedTV segment explains, your Allegra dosage will depend on a number of factors including age, health, and pre-existing medical conditions you may have. This page offers an overview of Allegra dosages.
Allegra drug interactions can occur with Nizoral, Ery-Tab, and antacids such as Maalox or Mylanta. This eMedTV article discusses how these interactions may affect the way your body metabolizes Allegra.
Allegra Precautions and Warnings
This part of the eMedTV Web site deals with Allegra precautions and warnings. In this article you will learn about breastfeeding and pregnancy warnings, potential drug interactions, drowsiness, and other precautions for Allegra.
Common Allegra side effects include headache, respiratory tract infections, and coughing. As this eMedTV page explains, most people tolerate Allegra well. When side effects do occur, they are usually minor, though rare side effects are possible.
Allegra-D, which is composed of an antihistamine and decongestant, is used to treat symptoms of hay fever. This eMedTV segment explains how Allegra-D works and discusses its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Up to 2 percent of people taking Allegra-D will experience back pain as a side effect of the medication. This eMedTV article contains information on Allegra-D and back pain, including suggestions on medications, dry or moist heat, and cold packs.
Side effects may occur with Allegra-D, and dry mouth is one of them. As this eMedTV article explains, dry mouth occurs in up to 2.8 percent of patients. This resource offers tips for helping with dry mouth, such as avoiding salty foods and caffeine.
If you are taking Allegra-D and insomnia becomes a problem, you can try improving your sleep habits. This eMedTV page provides tips for helping with insomnia, such as keeping a regular sleep-wake cycle and not exercising within two hours of bedtime.
As this eMedTV article explains, Allegra-D is considered a pregnancy Category C medication, meaning that it should be prescribed only if its benefits outweigh the potential risks to the fetus. This page offers an overview of Allegra D and pregnancy.
There does not appear to be a connection between Allegra-D and weight gain. This portion of the eMedTV site describes the clinical trials used to determine side effects of Allegra-D and offers a list of tips for helping with weight loss.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the suggested Allegra-D dosage for the 12 Hour strength is one tablet twice daily. This resource also lists dosage guidelines for Allegra-D 24 Hour tablets and offers tips and precautions for taking the medicine.
This eMedTV segment offers a list of medicines that may cause Allegra-D drug interactions, including methyldopa, digoxin, and reserpine. Interactions may cause your body to metabolize the drugs differently than intended or reduce their effectiveness.
Allegra-D Precautions and Warnings
This part of the eMedTV archives contains Allegra-D precautions and warnings relating to topics such as who should avoid using Allegra-D, as well as possible side effects (such as drowsiness) that may develop in people taking this medication.
This part of the eMedTV site lists common Allegra-D side effects that may occur, including headache, insomnia, or nausea. Other rare but possible side effects are also listed, such as difficulty breathing or unexplained rash.