Used For

Myasthenia Gravis

How it works

This medicine belongs to a group of medicines known as cholinesterase inhibitors. Cholinesterase inhibitors stop the excessive activity of cholinesterase and in this way help muscles to work properly.

Dosage

The usual adult dose is 1/2 to 2 tablets to be taken five to six times daily.For children under 6 years, the usual dose is 1/2 tablet (30 mg). For children aged 6 to 12 years, the usual starting dose is 1 tablet (60 mg) or as directed by your physician.

Side Effects

Visual disturbance, producing more tears than usual an irregular heart beat, heart block, low blood pressure, fainting ,producing more phlegm than usual combined with constriction of the airways, feeling sick, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, producing more saliva than usual , rash , excessive sweating , muscle weakness and twitching, shaking, muscle cramps , sudden, compelling urge to urinate.

Drug Interactions

This medicine may interact with medicines known as steroids or other immunosuppressant medicines , medicines known as antimuscarinics (e.g. atropine, hyoscine) , medicines containing methylcellulose , antibiotics , medicines to treat an irregular heart beat.

Indication

It is used for the treatment of myasthenia gravis. In patients who suffer from myasthenia gravis the muscles quickly become tired and weak and, in severe cases, the muscles may become paralysed.

When not to Use

Don't take this medicine if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to pyridostigmine or you are constipated or cannot urinate.

Tell your doctor if you Suffer from asthma or have other chest problems such as wheeziness, difficulty in breathing or chronic cough or have recently had coronary obstruction (heart attack), have a slow heart beat or any other heart condition.

1. This medicine may reduce the sharpness of your eyesight and therefore your ability to drive or use machines. Do not drive or operate machines if this medicine affects your ability to see clearly.

      2. Tell your doctor that you are taking this medicine. It can stop the effect of some medicines used to relax muscles during surgery (e.g. alcuronium, vecuronium).

      3. Don’t take this medicine if you have low blood pressure, have a stomach ulcer, have epilepsy, have Parkinson’s disease or have kidney problems.

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.