Sanofi Launches 3rd Generation Antihistamine Alllegra

Launched as OTC, which can be purchased at pharmacies

Reduce side effects of drowsiness and relieve allergic rhinitis symptoms for 24 hours

Sanofi Korea announced on the 23rd that it released Allegra 120mg, an allergic rhinitis treatment with 3rd generation antihistamine ingredients, in February.

 

Most 3rd generation antihistamines are Rx drugs, which can only be taken after prescription at clinics, but Allegra can be purchased without prescription at pharmacies with permission from OTC for a dose of 120mg.

 

Fexofenadine, the actvie ingredient of Alllegra, is a third-generation antihistamine component.

 

Antihistamines are classified from 1st to 3rd generations according to the development order, and have gradually improved in terms of effects and side effects as generations evolve.

 

The newly launched Alllegra is a next-generation ingredient that improves/complementes the advantages and disadvantages of first- and second-generation antihistamines, and it is a third-generation antihistamine allergy drug that is effective quickly, reduces sleepiness, and lasts 24 hours.

 

Allegra is 10 tablets per pack, and one tablet (120 mg) can be taken once a day with sufficient water before meals.

 

It is expected to improve the quality of life of busy modern people such as drivers, office workers, and students who usually suffer from allergic rhinitis, as the effect is rapidly expressed within 60 minutes on average and the effect lasts for 24 hours.

 

In addition, there is no interaction through hepatic metabolism, so patients taking other drugs can also take them according to the advice of medical experts.

 

Allergic rhinitis, classified as a chronic disease, is mainly caused by allergic antigens such as house dust, mold, cockroaches, and pollen, or by rapid temperature changes, air pollution, and pet hair, and is classified as the most common disease type worldwide.

 

Symptoms of allergic rhinitis are similar to colds, such as stuffy nose, clear runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes and nose.

 

Advertising for the new Alllegra will be on-air through TV and digital platforms from March.

 

Under the theme of house dust, pet fur, change of seasons, and air pollution, the advertisement plans to actively promote allergic rhinitis and improve the quality of life through Allegra, a third-generation antihistamine drug, even in various daily situations.