PHARMACY MEDICINE

Telfast is a non-drowsy antihistamine that provides 24-hour relief from the symptoms of hayfever, and skin rashes. It effectively treats symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, an itchy throat and red, watery eyes. It also offers relief from urticaria ("hives"), itching, rashes, and the swelling of the skin. The active ingredient in each Telfast 180mg tablet is 180mg of the antihistamine Fexofenadine Hydrochloride. Fexofenadine Hydrochloride helps reduce the symptoms of an allergic reaction by preventing the effects of the substance histamine within the body. The higher dosage of Fexofenadine Hydrochloride enables Telfast 180mg to provide relief from pruritus, or the itching, which accompanies hives and other allergic skin reactions.

Active Ingredients:

Fexofenadine Hydrochloride 180mg.

Indication(s) and Use(s):

Relief for the symptoms of Itchy Skin Rash/Hives(Urticaria):

•Swelling related to Allergy

•Swelling related to Hives

•Itchy Skin Rash

•Itch caused by Hives

Relief of the Symptoms of Hayfever Allergies:

•Sneezing

•Itchy and Runny Nose

• Itchy Throat

•Itchy and Watery Eyes

Dose:

Adults and children over 12 years of age - Take one tablet, once a day.

Telfast 180mg is not be used by children under 12 years of age unless advised otherwise by your doctor or pharmacist.

Take the tablet with water and with or without food.

Do not exceed recommended daily dose.

Precautions:

Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Telfast 180mg if you:

•are pregnant or breast-feeding

•have liver or severe kidney problems

•are currently taking medication for hypertension (high blood pressure), coronary heart disease or depression (MAOIs)

You should not use Telfast 180mg if you have pressure in the eye (glaucoma), diabetes, an enlarged prostate, bladder problems or difficulty urinating, high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel disease, or an overactive thyroid gland

It is unlikely that Telfast 180mg will cause drowsiness. If, however, you find that you become affected do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery

Do not use Telfast 180mg if you are allergic to Fexofenadine Hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of Telfast 180mg. Telfast 180mg does not contain sucrose, lactose or gluten

Keep Telfast 180mg out of the reach of children

Keep Telfast 120mg in a cool, dry place. Store below 25°C/75°F. Protect from direct sunlight

Adverse Reactions/Side Effects:

In some cases, possible side effects of this medication may include: Headaches, Fatigue, Dry mouth, Sleeplessness.

In some cases, possible adverse effects may include hypersensitivity reactions to ingredients in this product.

Medicines have benefits and some may have risks. Always read the label carefully and use strictly as directed.

CAUTION:

If symptoms persist or you have side effects, consult your doctor/pharmacist/health professional.