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

Hexagab Benefits & Uses

Hexagab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Neuropathic Pain (Read More - How to Treat Nerve Pain at Home: Effective Remedies)
Epilepsy

Hexagab 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: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet

Hexagab Related Warnings

Is the use of Hexagab safe for pregnant women?

Hexagab may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Hexagab again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Hexagab safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Hexagab. Immediately discontinue Hexagab if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Hexagab on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Hexagab on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Hexagab on the Liver?

Using Hexagab does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Hexagab on the Heart?

Hexagab is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hexagab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Captopril

Lorazepam

Moderate

Pentazocine

Codeine

Hexagab Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Failure
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Hexagab

Is this Hexagab habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Hexagab has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Hexagab only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Hexagab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hexagab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hexagab

Taking Hexagab with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hexagab

Taking Hexagab with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Hexagab

Question over 5 years ago

What are the precautions to be taken while administration of this Hexagab?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Hexagab is susceptible to breaking down in the presence of light and it also gets affected by the moisture. Therefore, it should be consumed as soon as the package is opened and must be protected from the light and moisture.

Question almost 6 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Hexagab therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, there may be some undesirable effects associated with Hexagab such as acne, acne-rosacea (redness of the face) and some allergic reactions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Hexagab be used for the treatment of neck pain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Hexagab.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Hexagab?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Hexagab is an active form of vitamin B12. It is available in the form of oral, parenteral, and sublingual (under the tongue) formulations. It is used to treat B12 deficiency, Alzheimer's disease, diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to diabetes), visual function, rheumatoid arthritis, Bell's Palsy (facial paralysis or temporary weakness of the facial muscles), sleep-wake rhythm (irregular sleeping pattern) disorder and neuropathic pain.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Hexagab be used for treating neuropathic pain related to diabetic neuropathy?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hexagab has been found to be effective against tingling and burning sensations in a leg, and spontaneous pain, associated with diabetic neuropathy.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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