Generic Fexofenadine: An Overview
Fexofenadine (
Allegra®) is prescribed to treat several conditions. These
fexofenadine uses include:
Fexofenadine is marketed under the brand-name Allegra, which is manufactured by sanofi-aventis Pharmaceuticals. Allegra has come off patent, making it available as a generic drug. Generic fexofenadine is sold under the name Fexofenadine Hydrochloride tablets.
Fexofenadine -- Strengths
Generic Fexofenadine Hydrochloride tablets are available in the following strengths:
- Fexofenadine Hydrochloride tablets 30 mg
- Fexofenadine Hydrochloride tablets 60 mg
- Fexofenadine Hydrochloride tablets 180 mg.
At this time, generic fexofenadine oral suspension (liquid) and generic fexofenadine ODT (orally disintegrating tablets) are not available. These products are available in the brand-name version (Allegra) only.
Who Manufactures Fexofenadine?
Generic fenofexadine is currently manufactured by the following companies:
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
- Mylan Pharmaceuticals
- Prasco Laboratories
- Teva Pharmaceuticals.