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Heksi 2 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease.
The correct dosage of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Heksi 2 Mg Tablet include Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Heksi 2 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Heksi 2 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Heksi 2 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Heksi 2 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Heksi 2 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High Blood Pressure as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Heksi 2 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Heksi 2 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Heksi 2 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Heksi 2 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Heksi 2 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Heksi may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Heksi again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Heksi may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Heksi rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Heksi on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Heksi 2 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Heksi without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Heksi 2 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Heksi 2 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Heksi 2 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Heksi 2 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Heksi 2 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Heksi 2 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Heksi 2 Mg Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Heksi 2 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Heksi 2 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Heksi 2 Mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Heksi 2 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Usually, in starting of the treatment Heksi is given once a day then its dosage is gradually increased as per the need. You are advised to take it as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but if you experience stomach upset then take it with food. Precautions must be taken in patients with high blood pressure (hypertension), heart disease, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, you can take ibuprofen and Heksi together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Heksi contains trihexyphenidyl which is an anticholinergic drug that works through correcting the chemical imbalance in the brain by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (neurotransmitter acetylcholine). Blockage of acetylcholine actions results in relaxation of smooth muscles which helps in improving the muscle control and reducing stiffness. In this way, Heksi provides relief to the patient from the symptoms of parkinsonism.
Take Heksi as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Heksi is a brand name of trihexyphenidyl and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as anticholinergics. It is a prescription drug which is used to treat symptoms of the Parkinson's disease. It is also used to treat drug-induced abnormal body movements, restlessness, and muscle spasms.
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