Why Is Allegra Used For?

Treating seasonal allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy throat, or itchy, watery eyes. It is also used to treat hives and skin itching. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Allegra is an antihistamine. It works by blocking a substance in the body called histamine. This helps to decrease allergy symptoms.

Some medical conditions may interact with Allegra . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

* if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
* if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
* if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
* if you have kidney problems or trouble urinating

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Allegra . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

* Erythromycin or ketoconazole because they may increase the risk of Allegra ’s side effects

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Allegra may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Do NOT use Allegra if:

* you are allergic to any ingredient in Allegra

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.