Hexinor Tablet 5 mg contains Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride, an anticholinergic medicine used primarily in the management of Parkinson’s disease and drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms. It helps reduce muscle stiffness, tremors, and involuntary movements by restoring the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain.

This medicine is commonly used as part of combination therapy in neurological disorders affecting motor control.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

Each tablet contains:

• Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride 5 mg

Mechanism of Action

Trihexyphenidyl acts as a centrally acting anticholinergic agent. It blocks muscarinic receptors in the central nervous system, helping to reduce excessive cholinergic activity. In Parkinson’s disease, it helps restore the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine, thereby improving motor symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia.

Indications

Hexinor Tablet 5 mg is indicated for:

• Parkinson’s disease (idiopathic and post-encephalitic)
• Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms (due to antipsychotics)
• Muscle rigidity and tremors associated with neurological disorders
• Adjunct therapy in movement disorders as prescribed by a physician

Dosage and Administration

• To be taken orally as directed by a physician
• Dose is individualized based on patient response and tolerance
• Usually started at a low dose and gradually increased
• Can be taken with or without food
• Should not be stopped abruptly without medical advice

Contraindications

Hexinor Tablet should not be used in:

• Known hypersensitivity to Trihexyphenidyl
• Narrow-angle glaucoma
• Severe gastrointestinal obstruction
• Urinary retention disorders (e.g., prostate enlargement without supervision)

Side Effects

Possible side effects include:

• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Urinary retention
• Confusion or memory impairment (especially in elderly patients)
• Increased heart rate

Precautions

• Use cautiously in elderly patients due to risk of confusion
• Monitor for signs of glaucoma or urinary retention
• Avoid alcohol due to increased CNS side effects
• May impair cognitive function and alertness
• Dose adjustment may be required in sensitive patients

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Drug Interactions

Hexinor Tablet may interact with:

• Other anticholinergic drugs (increased side effects)
• CNS depressants (enhanced sedation)
• Antipsychotic medications
• Antihistamines

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children.