PYRIDOSTIGMINE

Overview

PYRIDOSTIGMINE is a Schedule H drug.
Pyridostigmine affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement. Pyridostigmine is used to treat the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. It is also used in military personnel who have been exposed to nerve gas.

Usage

PYRIDOSTIGMINE is generally used to treat: Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

PYRIDOSTIGMINE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution needed for patients with history of kidney impairment, pregnancy and breastfeeding, epilepsy, bronchial asthma, slow heartbeat, abnormal heart rhythms, recent coronary occlusion, overactive thyroid, peptic ulcer, recent bladder/intestinal surgery. Care should be taken in the use of atropine for counteracting side effects. It may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PYRIDOSTIGMINE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drooling, Slow Or Irregular Breathing

Common Side-Effects

PYRIDOSTIGMINE : Diarrhoea, Runny Nose, Body Excessive Sweating, Eyes Small (constricted) Pupils, Frequent Urination

Serious Side-Effects

PYRIDOSTIGMINE : Dizziness, Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

PYRIDOSTIGMINE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

PYRIDOSTIGMINE can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Asthma, COPD, Myocardial Infarction, Ischemic Heart Disease, Parkinsonism, Peptic Ulcer, Seizure, Hyperthyroidism

Technical Classification

PYRIDOSTIGMINE is categorized as: CHOLINERGIC MUSCLE STIMULANTS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PYRIDOSTIGMINE as Ingredient

DISTINON 60MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 60 MG
GRAVITOR 180MG TAB SR	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 180.0 MG
MUSTONE 60MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 60.0 MG
MYESTIN 30MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 30.0 MG
MYGRIS 60MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 60.0 MG
PYODISTIG 60MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 60.0 MG
PYRISTIG 60MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 60.0 MG
TROSTIGMIN 60MG TAB	PYRIDOSTIGMINE 60.0 MG