Bexol DT 50 Tablet (Trihexyphenidyl 2mg)

INTRODUCTION

BEXOL DT contain Trihexyphenidyl which belongs to a group of medicine called anticholinergics. It is used to treat Parkinson’s disease. It helps by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness thus restoring the natural movement. It can also be used to treat movement disorders (extreme restlessness, involuntary movements, or muscle spasms) which may be caused by certain medicines.

Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of brain that leads to shaking, stiffness and difficulty with walking, balance and coordination. It may get worse overtime leading to difficulty in walking and talking. They may also have mental and behavioural changes, sleep problems, depression, memory difficulties, and fatigue. BEXOL DT works by decreasing the activity of a chemical messenger in the brain which reduce stiffness and improves muscle control.

The common side effects are dryness of mouth, constipation, blurred vision, dizziness, nausea, nervousness. Do not drive or operate any machine while taking this medicine since it may cause blurred vision or dizziness. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF BEXOL DT

• Treat Parkinson’s disease
• Treat movement disorders (extreme restlessness, involuntary movements, or muscle spasms)

HOW BEXOL DT WORKS

BEXOL DT works by decreasing the activity of a chemical messenger such as acetylcholine in the brain which reduce stiffness and improves muscle control.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take BEXOL DT exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken before or after food. Try to take this medicine at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF BEXOL DT

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Constipation: 

Take fibre rich foods such as fresh fruit, vegetables and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly.

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Nausea and vomiting:

Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.

Fever:

Drink plenty of fluids and water. Avoid taking cold baths or showers.