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Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Parkinson's Disease are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet include Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High Blood Pressure as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Relihexy 5 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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Is the use of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Relihexy. It is best to stop taking Relihexy immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Relihexy may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Relihexy should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Relihexy rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Relihexy rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Relihexy is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet
Taking Relihexy 5 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Relihexy may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Relihexy 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, Relihexy provides relief to the patient from the symptoms of parkinsonism.
No, Relihexy is not a benzo (benzodiazepine). It belongs to the class of drugs known as the anticholinergics which is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease and drug-induced abnormal movements.
Relihexy 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.
No, Relihexy is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 433
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)
