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Trihex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Trihex have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Trihex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Trihex include Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Trihex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Trihex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Trihex is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Trihex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Trihex related warnings section.
Trihex is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Trihex are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Trihex with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Trihex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Trihex 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 Trihex safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Trihex. It is best to stop taking Trihex immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Trihex safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Trihex. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Trihex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Trihex on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Trihex on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Trihex on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Trihex on the Heart?
Trihex is completely safe for the heart.
Trihex 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 Trihex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Trihex habit forming or addictive?
Trihex is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Trihex
Taking Trihex with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Trihex
Consuming Trihex with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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 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)