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Key facts
Helax 130.43 mg+86.96 mg+18.12mg Tablet is available on MedEasy for ৳28.80 per 10's Strip, with home delivery anywhere in Bangladesh. It is manufactured by Hamdard Laboratories.
- Pack sizes
- 10's Strip, 50's Pack
- Delivery
- Home delivery across Bangladesh. Same-day delivery (12-24 hours) in Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet and Bogura city areas; 1-3 days by courier elsewhere.
- Payment
- Cash on delivery, bKash, cards and mobile banking.
- Brand
- Helax
- Manufacturer
- Hamdard Laboratories
- Form & strength
- Tablet 130.43 mg+86.96 mg+18.12mg
- Availability
- In stock
- Authenticity
- Sourced from licensed suppliers and the manufacturer's authorised distributors in Bangladesh.
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Product overview
Description
Composition
- Aloe (Aloe barbadensis) - 130.43mg
- Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) - 86.96mg
- Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger) - 18.12mg
Per tablet, manufactured by Hamdard Laboratories (Waqf) Bangladesh, sold under the trade name "Tablet Helax (Tinkar)." These quantities are confirmed consistently across the manufacturer's labeling channel and retailer listings.
Uses & Indications
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Loss of appetite (anorexia)
- Colic
- Obesity, as a supportive Unani formula for weight management
- Hypercholesterolaemia (elevated cholesterol), as a supportive claim
Helax is a traditional Unani formula in which Aloe and Black Pepper are described as working together to relieve flatulence and constipation, stimulate appetite, and support bowel movement, with a secondary traditional claim toward weight and cholesterol management. These are the manufacturer's traditional-medicine indications and have not been verified through large-scale independent clinical trials specific to this formulation.
Dosage & Administration
- 1-2 tablets daily with milk at bedtime, or as directed by a physician or Hakim
Do not exceed the recommended dose. Because this formula contains Henbane (see toxicity note below), taking more than the recommended amount is specifically inadvisable, not just generally discouraged.
Precautions & Side Effects
- The manufacturer's label states no significant side effects and no known contraindications at the recommended dosage - this is the official labeling claim for the standardized, low-dose tablet form specifically
- Important general pharmacological background on one ingredient, Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger): the raw herb contains tropane alkaloids (including hyoscyamine and scopolamine) that are potent anticholinergic compounds. In overdose or misuse of the raw plant, these alkaloids are well documented in toxicology literature to cause dilated pupils/blurred vision, dry mouth and skin, rapid heartbeat, urinary retention, fever, flushing, and central nervous system effects ranging from agitation and confusion to hallucinations or seizures in severe cases
- This toxicity background describes the raw herb at uncontrolled or excessive doses - it is general pharmacological context layered onto, not a contradiction of, the manufacturer's own claim that the standardized 18.12mg tablet dose has no significant side effects when taken as directed. The key takeaway is that the recommended dose should not be exceeded, and this product should not be treated as equivalent to consuming raw Henbane herb in an uncontrolled amount
- Consult a physician before use if you have a condition that might be sensitive to anticholinergic effects (e.g. glaucoma, urinary retention, certain heart conditions), given Henbane's general pharmacological profile
- Keep out of reach of children given the presence of Henbane in the formula
Storage & Safety
- Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light
- Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Henbane dangerous in Helax tablets?
A: At the standardized 18.12mg per-tablet dose and recommended dosing (1-2 tablets daily), the manufacturer's label reports no significant side effects. However, Henbane's raw-herb alkaloids are well documented to be toxic in excessive or uncontrolled amounts, so it is important not to exceed the recommended dose.
Q: Can Helax help with weight loss?
A: It is traditionally marketed with a supportive claim toward weight management as part of its overall digestive/laxative action, but this should be treated as a traditional Unani claim rather than a clinically proven weight-loss treatment.
Q: How should I take Helax?
A: 1-2 tablets daily with milk at bedtime, or as directed by your physician or Hakim. Do not exceed this dose.
Q: Who should be cautious about taking Helax?
A: Anyone with a condition that could be sensitive to anticholinergic effects - such as glaucoma, urinary retention, or certain heart conditions - should consult a physician before use, given Henbane's general pharmacological profile, even though the manufacturer's label lists no specific contraindications.
Q: Can Helax be taken long-term for regular constipation?
A: Discuss long-term use with a physician or Hakim rather than self-directing indefinite use, particularly because of the Henbane component - persistent constipation may also warrant medical evaluation to rule out an underlying cause.
Q: Is Helax safe for children?
A: Keep this product out of reach of children given the presence of Henbane in the formula, and do not give it to a child without a physician's specific guidance.
Disclaimer
The information provided is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but product packaging, ingredients, and specifications may change without notice. Please check the product packaging before use and consult the manufacturer or a relevant professional for any concerns or questions.