Fluhexette is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Fluhexette has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Fluhexette 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.
The side effects typically associated with Fluhexette include Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fluhexette can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fluhexette are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Fluhexette has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fluhexette has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fluhexette related warnings section.
Fluhexette is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fluhexette have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fluhexette have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Fluhexette, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fluhexette is used to treat the following -
Other 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 Fluhexette safe for pregnant women?
Fluhexette may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fluhexette again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fluhexette safe during breastfeeding?
Fluhexette may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fluhexette on the Kidneys?
Fluhexette rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluhexette on the Liver?
Fluhexette has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Fluhexette on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Fluhexette for the heart.
Fluhexette should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluhexette unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluhexette habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fluhexette has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Fluhexette
It is safe to take Fluhexette with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluhexette
Taking alcohol with Fluhexette can be dangerous.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 439-440
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)