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Cerhexy, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cerhexy. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cerhexy are Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Cerhexy have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cerhexy go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cerhexy has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cerhexy related warnings talks about Cerhexy's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like High Blood Pressure must refrain from the use of Cerhexy since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cerhexy contraindications section.
Additionally, Cerhexy may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cerhexy is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cerhexy 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 Cerhexy is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cerhexy safe for pregnant women?
Cerhexy can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cerhexy, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cerhexy safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cerhexy. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Cerhexy on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cerhexy on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cerhexy on the Liver?
Cerhexy may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cerhexy on the Heart?
Using Cerhexy does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cerhexy 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 Cerhexy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cerhexy habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cerhexy.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cerhexy you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cerhexy should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Cerhexy works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cerhexy
Taking Cerhexy with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cerhexy
Taking Cerhexy with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Cerhexy 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, Cerhexy does not cause depression. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Cerhexy can cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
Cerhexy 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.
Cerhexy 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, Cerhexy provides relief to the patient from the symptoms of parkinsonism.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)
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)
