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Texy is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease.
The right dosage of Texy depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Texy include Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Texy have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Texy 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.
In addition, Texy's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Texy has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Texy related warnings section.
Texy 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 Texy contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Texy have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Texy, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Texy 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 Texy safe for pregnant women?
Texy can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Texy, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Texy safe during breastfeeding?
Texy may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Texy on the Kidneys?
Texy may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Texy on the Liver?
Side effects of Texy rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Texy on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Texy for the heart.
Texy should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Texy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Texy habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Texy is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Texy as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Texy only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Texy can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Texy
It is safe to take Texy with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Texy
Taking Texy with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Texy should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because suddenly discontinuation of this drug might worsen your symptoms. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Texy does not cause depression. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Usually, in starting of the treatment Texy 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, Texy 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.
No, Texy 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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)