Trinex 5mg Tablet
Trinex 5mg Tablet Description
Trinex tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat schizophrenia and schizophrenia‐like illnesses. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterised by hallucinations, delusions, and extremely dis
ordered thinking and behaviour episodes. Trinex tablets can also be used to treat non-psychotic anxiety disorder. Trinex tablet is a combination medicine that contains Trifluoperazine and Trihexyphenidyl (Benzhexol Hydrochloride) as the main ingredients. This medicine works by affecting the levels of specific chemical messengers, which improve mood, thoughts, and behaviour. Trinex tablets should be taken in dosage and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it can cause clinical worsening of your condition or may lead to withdrawal-like symptoms. The common side effects of Trinex tablets are nausea, constipation, sleepiness, dizziness, abdominal pain, dry mouth, and weight gain.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹19.36 |
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Contains | Trifluoperazine(5.0 Mg) + Trihexyphenidyl / Benzhexol Hydrochloride(2.0 Mg) |
Uses | Schizophrenia, Non-psychotic anxiety disorder |
Side effects | Nausea, Constipation, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Abdominal pain, Dry mouth, Weight gain |
Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses of Trinex 5mg Tablet
- As per CDSCO and USFDA, the Trinex tablet is used for the following:
- Treatment of Schizophrenia
- Treatment of non-psychotic anxiety disorder
Contraindications of Trinex 5mg Tablet
- Trinex tablet is contraindicated in the following cases:
- If you are allergic to any component of the Trinex tablet
- If you have sudden mood changes or experience suicidal ideation
- If you have low blood pressure (hypotension)
- If you have a history of stroke or are at high risk of having a stroke
- If you have Parkinson's disease or dementia
- If you have diabetes or epilepsy
- If you have heart disease
- If you have prostate or bladder problems
- If you have kidney or liver problems
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- If you have respiratory issues
Side effects of Trinex 5mg Tablet
- Trinex tablet has the following side effects:
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Dry mouth
- Weight gain
Precautions and Warnings of Trinex 5mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any allergic reactions after taking the Trinex tablet.
- You notice suicidal ideation or self-harming thoughts.
- You have a seizure disorder.
- You experience any severe side effects persistently.
- You have abnormal muscle movements.
- You have any previous mild liver or kidney conditions, this medicine may need a dose adjustment.
- You have withdrawal symptoms like agitation, nausea, tremor, sweating, and confusion.
- You are using any ayurvedic medicines, vitamins, and other health supplements.
Mode of Action of Trinex 5mg Tablet
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Trinex 5mg Tablet
- Take the Trinex tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take Trinex tablet with or without food or as prescribed.
- Take Trinex tablet on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
- Swallow the whole tablet orally with a glass of water. Do not break or crush the tablet.
- Do not take Trinex tablets with other medications without consulting your doctor.
- Do not stop taking Trinex tablets suddenly, as it may lead to withdrawal side effects.
- Do not exceed the dosage of Trinex tablet, even if you cannot feel its effects.
Interactions of Trinex 5mg Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- Trinex tablet interaction with anxiety medicines, such as diazepam, clonazepam, chlordiazepoxide, alprazolam, and lorazepam, may lead to sedation and drowsiness.
- Trinex tablet interaction with blood-pressure-lowering medicine, such as amlodipine, lisinopril, losartan, or metoprolol can lead to extremely low blood pressure.
- Trinex tablet interaction with pain killers, such as morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, hydrocodone, tramadol, and codeine, may cause sedation and drowsiness.
- Trinex tablet interaction with anti-Parkinson’s medicines such as levodopa may reduce the effects of levodopa.
- Trinex tablet interaction with antifungal medications like itraconazole and ketoconazole can reduce its effects.
- Trinex tablet interaction with antidepressants or mood-elevating medicines like fluoxetine and desipramine leads to increased blood levels of trifluoperazine and causes increased side effects.
Interactions with food items
- Continue with the usual diet unless instructed by the doctor.
Storage and disposal of Trinex 5mg Tablet
Dosage of Trinex 5mg Tablet
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much time does the Trinex tablet take to show its desired effect?
Q: What other precautions should I take while taking the Trinex tablet?
Q: Can I discontinue the Trinex tablet on my own after I feel improvement in my symptoms?
References
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