Hex: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Hex Information

Hex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Hex have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Hex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Hex are Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Hex have been listed ahead. These side effects of Hex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Hex is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Hex related warnings talks about Hex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Hex is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hex contraindications section.

Besides this, Hex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Hex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Hex Benefits & Uses
Hex Dosage & How to Take
Hex Side Effects
Hex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Hex with Other Drugs
Hex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Hex
Hex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Hex Benefits & Uses

Hex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Pneumonia
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Hex Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Initially 400 mg/day followed by 200 mg/day for 9 days
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Initially 400 mg/day followed by 200 mg/day for 9 days

Hex Related Warnings

Is the use of Hex safe for pregnant women?

Hex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Hex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Hex safe during breastfeeding?

Hex may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Hex on the Kidneys?

Hex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Hex on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Hex on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Hex will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Hex on the Heart?

Hex has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hex with Other Drugs

Hex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Hex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Arrhythmia
Ulcerative Colitis
Myasthenia Gravis
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Hex

Is this Hex habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Hex has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Hex. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Hex should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hex

Taking Hex with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hex

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Hex.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hex

Question over 5 years ago

Is Hex safe?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hex is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, itching, and altered taste. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Hex cause weakness?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Hex does not cause weakness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Hex works?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Hex is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting enzymes such as topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV which are essential for the bacterial cell to repair, DNA replication, transcription, and recombination. Thus it kills the bacteria. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Hex cause stomach upset?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hex can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Hex cause stomach pain?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Hex can cause stomach (abdominal) pain. If you are experiencing severe stomach pain after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.