About hexamine + piperazine + khellin
Urinary antiseptic and antispasmodic combination
Used for
- Traditionally used for urinary tract infections and urinary spasms
- Not a substitute for antibiotics when these are required
Usual adult dose
A reliable usual dose for this combination cannot be established without verified product instructions.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset
- Burning urination or bladder irritation
- Rash or allergic reactions
- Dizziness or headache
Important warnings
- Avoid with significant kidney disease or severe liver disease
- Hexamine requires acidic urine to work
- Piperazine can cause neurological effects, especially with kidney impairment
- Khellin may cause liver injury and sunlight sensitivity
Pregnancy
Safety of this combination during pregnancy is not established.
Breastfeeding
Safety of this combination during breastfeeding is not established; hexamine enters breast milk.
Interactions
- Sulfonamide antibiotics: increased risk of crystals in urine
- Urine alkalinizers, including citrate medicines: reduce hexamine effectiveness
- Pyrantel: may oppose piperazine's effects
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.