Telfast (Fexofenadine)
From £12.99- Generic
- Brand
Telfast, containing fexofenadine, relieves allergy symptoms by blocking histamine action.
Expected Delivery:
Tuesday, 31 December 2024
Medication features:
- A prescription-only oral antihistamine
- Treats the symptoms of hay fever and seasonal rhinitis
- A non-sedating medication
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UK Pharmacy Registration Number 9011460
Telfast (Fexofenadine) Prices
Below you will find a complete list of our Telfast prices. Prices vary depending on strength and package size.
| Strength | 30 tablets | 60 tablets | 90 tablets |
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| Generic | £12.99 | £21.99 | £29.99 |
| Brand | £16.99 | £26.99 | £35.99 |
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Prices include free private prescription. |
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Treatment Information
Overview
Buy Telfast online in the UK
You can order Telfast through our online UK pharmacy. Complete the online medical test before doing so. One of our prescribers will review your responses. If approved, our pharmacy team will post the medicine to you for next-day delivery.
About Telfast (Fexofenadine)
Telfast is used to treat the symptoms of both hay fever and rhinitis.
Hay fever is caused by breathing in pollen in the air. The reaction releases histamine in the body, which can cause:
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Sneezing
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Runny nose
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Watery/itchy eyes
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Hives
Rhinitis is inflammation inside the nose. It happens when the body reacts to pollen, dust or animal skin. Rhinitis may look like the common cold, but its symptoms can also include:
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Dry cough
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Facial pains
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Tiredness
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Watery/itchy eyes
Hay fever and rhinitis are common. They affect one in five people in the UK. Telfast helps to ease the symptoms of both. Its active ingredient is fexofenadine.
Telfast summary information
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Type of medicine |
Allergy relief |
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Use |
Relieves allergy symptoms |
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How it works |
Blocks histamine action |
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Active Ingredient |
Fexofenadine |
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Directions of use |
Taken by mouth once a day. |
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Available strengths |
120mg |
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Side effects |
Feeling sleepy or sick, headaches, feeling dizzy |
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Generic |
Yes |
The information above is very general. It is important to talk to a GP or nurse before starting any allergy treatment.
How effective is Telfast?
Telfast is very good at dealing with hay fever symptoms. It can start working in 30 minutes. It is suitable for people who suffer from hay fever or rhinitis often.
How does Telfast work?
Hay fever and seasonal rhinitis occur when the body produces a chemical called histamine. This medicine blocks the histamine action and prevents it from affecting the body.
What's in Telfast?
The active ingredient in Telfast is fexofenadine. It is a type of antihistamine.
The tablets also contain some inactive ingredients.
Alternatives to Telfast
There are other medicines you can take for hay fever.
Over-the-counter options are:
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Piriton. This comes as a syrup or tablet. It can make you feel sleepy.
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Loratadine. This comes as a tablet. It shouldn’t make you feel sleepy. It is usually taken once a day.
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Cetirizine. This comes as a tablet. It shouldn’t make you feel sleepy. It is usually taken once a day.
Prescription options are:
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Optilast eye drops. These treat the symptoms of hay fever that affect the eyes.
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Avamys. This is a steroidal nasal spray. It helps to reduce inflammation in the nose. You can take this with an antihistamine such as Telfast.
Do not mix Telfast with other antihistamines.
Directions
What dose should I choose?
You can take up to two 60 mg tablets a day. Please read the instructions that come with your medicine. You can also talk to your GP or one of the ClickPharmacy team.
We also have 120 mg and 180 mg tablets for the more challenging symptoms, such as hives and rashes. You must talk to your GP before deciding how much to take.
How should I take Telfast?
You should take Telfast with water. You can take it with or without food.
You should take Telfast for as long as you are told to by your GP.
If you are being treated for other medical issues, you must tell your GP before taking this medicine.
If you are going to have surgery that requires a general anaesthetic, you must tell your surgeon that you have been taking Telfast.
Do not take Telfast if you are:
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Under 12 years old
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Pregnant
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Breastfeeding
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Allergic to fexofenadine
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Advised not to take it by your GP or pharmacist.
Cautions
Side effects
Telfast does have some side effects. These are usually mild and should disappear over time. They may include:
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Feeling sleepy
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Feeling sick
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Headaches
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Feeling dizzy
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Faq
What is the difference between Telfast and Fexofenadine?
Telfast is the brand name. Fexofenadine is the active ingredient in Telfast.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Telfast?
You should avoid alcohol while taking Telfast.
Can children use Telfast?
Telfast should not be taken by children under the age of six.
Can older people use Telfast?
Telfast tablets are not suitable for people over 65. This is because there is not enough research on the effect of this medicine for this age group. Talk to your GP about other medicines you can take.
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