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GlossaryFexofenadine

antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing

Fexofenadine, commonly known by the brand name Allegra, is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes. It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic reactions, and is known for causing less drowsiness compared to some other antihistamines.

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Repurposing of H1-Receptor Antagonists Cetirizine, Loratadine, and Fexofenadine for Systematic Analysis of ClinicalTrials.gov Trials Using Semi-Automated Processes

research Repurposing of H1-Receptor Antagonists Cetirizine, Loratadine, and Fexofenadine for Systematic Analysis of ClinicalTrials.gov Trials Using Semi-Automated Processes

October 2023 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology”

Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.

research Multiple Minute Digitate Hyperkeratosis

9 citations, July 2002 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The document concludes that fexofenadine reduces inflammation in chronic hives, cholestyramine helps half of pregnant women with itchy rashes, and relaxing incisions are a good alternative in facial surgery for the elderly.

research Different Localizations of Drugs Simultaneously Administered in a Strand of Hair by Micro-Segmental Analysis

20 citations, October 2017 in “Drug testing and analysis”

Drugs localize differently in hair strands based on their properties.

Efficacy of Antihistamines in Combination with Topical Corticosteroid and Superficial Cryotherapy for Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Cohort Study

research Efficacy of Antihistamines in Combination with Topical Corticosteroid and Superficial Cryotherapy for Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Cohort Study

5 citations, April 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Adding antihistamines to topical corticosteroid and cryotherapy may improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.

research Generalized Pruritus in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis: Implications of Histamine Release by Lysophosphatidic Acid

5 citations, June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

A certain medication improved severe itching in a boy with liver and bowel disease by reducing histamine levels, suggesting a new treatment target.

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community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

community No Luck Getting Rid Of The Itchy Scalp. What Now?

in Chat 10 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced a burning, itchy scalp and hair thinning despite trying finasteride, steroid cream, antihistamines, various shampoos, and supplements. They seek advice on relieving the itch, hoping it will improve hair health.