Triexdil 2 Tablet

Triexdil 2 Tablet is used with other medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease. It is also used to treat severe movement side effects caused by certain drugs (drug- induced movemnet disorder).

Triexdil 2 Tablet is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as it may result in a worsening of symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, constipation, and blurred vision. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Dry mouth may occur commonly while using this medicine so, try to do frequent mouth rinses, maintain good oral hygiene, and increase water intake. Avoid wearing contact lenses as it may cause dry eyes as well. It is important to inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or have trouble in passing urine.

Before using Triexdil 2 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you've ever had heart problems, problems with passing urine, liver or kidney disease. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before starting treatment with this medicine.

• Treatment of Parkinson's disease
• Treatment of Drug induced abnormal movements

Treatment of Parkinson's disease
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disorder of the central nervous system. It makes the muscles stiff which causes difficulties in standing and walking. PD also causes tremors and loss of balance. Triexdil 2 Tablet helps to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It relaxes the stiff muscles and helps in easy movement without losing balance. Triexdil 2 Tablet is also used to treat side effects like abnormal movements caused by antipsychotic drugs.

It is advisable not to stop this medicine without consulting your doctor. This is because a sudden stoppage can cause symptoms of Parkinson's disease to return. You can see that the drug is working if you are able to do your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of life.

Treatment of Drug induced abnormal movements
Triexdil 2 Tablet is also used to treat side effects like abnormal movements caused by antipsychotic drugs. It helps restore normal body posture as well as control over muscle movements in the body. This will enable you to lead a normal life and improve your ability to carry out daily activities.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Manohexy

• Dryness in mouth
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Upset stomach
• Headache
• Difficulty in urination
• Nervousness

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Triexdil 2 Tablet is an anticholinergic medication. It works by decreasing the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness in Parkinson's disease. It also improves movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm) caused by certain other medicines.

• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.

• It may cause dry eyes. Avoid wearing contact lenses and inform your doctor if it bothers you.

• It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

• Inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.

• Monitoring of intraocular pressure is required while taking this medicine, as an increase in eye pressure may cause blurry vision.

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