What is Hyomax?

It is a drug used for curing various health problems. Hyomax medication is very useful in curing stomach ailments and bladder problems.

Hyomax Generic Name

The generic name for this medicine is Hysocamine.

Hyomax Names

This other brand names for this medicine are

• NuLev
• Hyospasmol
• Donnamar
• Symax
• Levbid
• Anaspaz
• Buwecon
• Spacol T/S
• Neoquess
• Buscopan
• Cystospaz
• Levsinex
• Levsin

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Hyomax Manufacturer

Aristos Pharmaceuticals Inc is the manufacturer of this drug.

Medical Uses of Hyomax

This drug is useful in curing many varied health conditions, such as

Abdominal conditions

The medicine can successfully cure stomach conditions like

• Peptic ulcer disease
• Gastrointestinal tract disorders
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Bladder ailments

It cures problems of the digestive tract and also helps reduce stomach acids.

Neuromuscular conditions

It can successfully cure conditions affecting the human nerves and muscles such as Parkinson’s Disease and Myasthenia Gravis. It also provides relief from muscular spasms. These drugs are sometimes used to relieve tremors and muscular stiffness in people experiencing symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease.

Fluid secretions

It also reduces secretion of fluids in many glands and organs like the lungs, pancreas, stomach, saliva glands, nasal passages and sweat glands.

It is also effective in curing Rhinitis and heart ailments. It is also used as a drying agent for treating runny nose, excessive sweating and drooling.

Hyomax Dosage

The intake of this drug should be through oral means. The medicine needs to be taken by mouth, generally after every 12 hours or as directed by the physician.

The dosage of these drugs should be based on the medical condition of patients and their response to therapy. It is not advisable to increase the dosage or take it more than required without consulting physicians. Individuals who are over 12 years in age should not have more than 1.5 milligrams in a single day.

How to Have Hyomax?

These extended-release capsules should be swallowed whole. Patients using these tablets or capsules should not crush or chew them. Else, this can release the medicine at once making it dissolve faster into the bloodstream and causing complications. It can enhance the danger of side effects. Patients should not split the tablets unless there is a score line on the surface of the drugs and they are recommended by doctors to do so.

Hyomax Side Effects

Hyomax tablets should be taken for 3 to 4 times every day. One should exactly follow prescriptions while having this drug. An overdose of this medicine can result in multiple complications like

Respiratory problems

An overdose may negatively impact the respiration of a patient. In acute cases, the patient may collapse and even die if left untreated.

Dryness

Intake of this drug can result in dryness of the mouth. This problem can be countered by drinking plenty of water and chewing candies and gums. Unless doctors advise otherwise, patients should drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.

Dizziness

Use of this drug can result in dizziness and reduced metal capabilities. It is not advisable to indulge in strenuous activities immediately after having this medicine. Elder individuals should not stand up or sit too quickly after having this drug. Alcohol intake immediately after having this medicine can further aggravate the dizziness produced by the drug.

Low sweat

Intake of this drug can vastly reduce sweat in patients. Individuals should refrain from going to very hot surroundings immediately after taking in this drug. This is because reduced sweat can make the body temperature extremely high. This can make patients suffer from heat stroke.

Hypersensitivity of eyes

Intake of this drug makes the eyes extremely sensitive to bright light. Patients should try to stay away from brightly lit environments or wear a sunglass to avoid problems.

If case of an overdose, patients or their family members should call 1-800-222-1222 to contact their local poison control center.

Hyomax-Sl

This is an anticholinergic agent (drugs that block or inhibit the action of Acetylcholine at a sensory receptor site) that is used to treat spasms in bowel or bladder. When used in combination with other drugs, it can be effective in treating ulcers. You may also consult your doctor to find out if it may be used for treatment of other conditions.

The Hyomax-Sl drug can, however, give rise to certain side effects like

• Headaches
• Loss of taste sensations
• Nervousness
• Nausea
• Difficulties in sleeping
• Constipation
• Reduced Sweat
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is better to get in touch with a doctor as soon as possible. Timely treatment will help you get rid of these discomforts sooner.

Hyomax 0.375 mg

Hyomax 0.375 mg, also known as HyoMax-SR 0.375 mg, has common brand names like

• Levbid
• Levsinex
• Spacol T/S
• Symax Duotab
• Symax-SR

Hyoscyamine Extended-Release –  Oral is the monographic title for this medication.

Hyomax-Sl 0.125 mg

The common brand names for Hyomax-Sl 0.125 mg are Levsin/SL and Hyosol/SL. Hyomax sublingual is the monograph title for the drug of 0.125 mg strength. Like Hyomax 0.375 mg, it should ideally be stored away from moisture and light at room temperature within 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F).

Hyomax-Ft

This medicine is used to treat a number of intestinal problems such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome and cramps. It should be taken orally. Patients should place the medicine on their tongue. This would make it quickly dissolve with the saliva and enter into the system without being swallowed. It can be taken with or without water.

Patients aged 12 years or more should not have more than 1.5 milligrams in a single day. Children who are aged between 2 and 12 years are not advised to have over 0.75 milligrams during the same time period. For further information, you should have a talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Hyomax-Dt

These drugs are available in purple and white colors. Each biphasic tablet is specifically designed to make an immediate release of 0.125 mg of Hyoscyamine sulfate with a slow release of 0.250 mg of hyoscyamine sulfate over the remaining 8 – 12 hours of the period of dosage.

In users aged 12 years or over, 1 to 2 tablets can be administered after every 12 hours. If necessary, the dosage may be changed to 1 tablet after every 8 hours. It is not good to use more than 4 tablets within a span of 24 hours.

Individuals using antacids along with Hyomax may experience some problems as the drug can intervene with the absorption of this medicine. It is preferable that patients consult their doctors or pharmacists before using antacids along with this medication. If the problems prevail or worsen, doctors should be informed.

References:

http://www.drugs.com/pro/hyomax.html

http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-150628-HyoMax-FT+Oral.aspx?drugid=150628&drugname=HyoMax-FT+Oral

http://www.everydayhealth.com/drugs/hyomax-sl

http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?id=40871

http://www.healthcentral.com/ibd/drug-information-476973-73.html