Hypexal

Country of origin: Finland
Pharm-Group: Antiseptics - aldehydes

Manufacturers: Leiras (Finland)
International name: Methenamine
Synonyms: Hexamethylenetetramine, Hexamethylenetetramine (Hurotropine)
Dosage forms: tablets 1000 mg, tablets 500 mg
Composition: Active substance - Methenamine.
Indications for use: Urinary tract infections.
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, dehydration of the body, hepatic and renal failure.
Side effects: Dyspeptic symptoms (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain); damage to the kidney parenchyma, albuminemia, hematuria, crystalluria; allergic reactions (skin rashes and itching); redness and soreness at the injection site.
Interaction: Drugs that alkalinize urine (antacids, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, sodium bicarbonate, citrates, thiazide diuretics) reduce effectiveness.
Overdose: No data available.
Special instructions: Restrictions for use - pregnancy, lactation, children under 6 years of age.
Literature: Encyclopedia of Medicines, 2004.