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Pyrostig

Name: Pyrostig 60mg Tablet
Brand: Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
SKU: 15756
Price: 135.48 BDT
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Tablet - (60mg)

Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Generic: Pyridostigmine

Safety Advices

বাংলা

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pyrostig. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pyrostig is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pyrostig is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

UNSAFE

Pyrostig may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Pyrostig 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.

CAUTION

Pyrostig should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pyrostig may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Pyrostig in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Medicine Overview of Pyrostig 60mg Tablet

Introduction

Pyrostig is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis (a disease causing muscle weakness and tiredness), paralytic ileus (paralysis of intestinal muscles), post-operative urinary retention and reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxants after surgery. Pyrostig works by reducing and improving muscle weakness. It should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably at the same time each day. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment. You...

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Uses of Pyrostig

Myasthenia gravis
Paralytic ileus
Post-operative urinary retention
Reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxant after surgery

Side effects of Pyrostig

Common

Nausea
Excessive salivation
Diarrhea
Blurred vision
Breathlessness
Watery eyes
Abdominal pain
Altered frequency of urination
Sweating
Headache
Dizziness
Runny nose
Heartburn
Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Muscle twitching
Weakness
Muscle cramp

How to use Pyrostig

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pyrostig is to be taken empty stomach.

How Pyrostig works

Pyrostig increases the levels of acetylcholine (chemical messenger) which allows free transmission of signals across the nerves and muscles.

What if you forget to take Pyrostig?

If you miss a dose of Pyrostig, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Pyrostig for treatment of myasthenia gravis.

It may also be used to treat inactivity of the muscle in the intestines (paralytic ileus) and difficulty in passing urine (urinary retention) after an operation.

Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.

Take it as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Overdosing can result in extreme muscle weakness.

It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.

Inform your doctor if you have an existing kidney problem, parkinson's disease, asthma, or stomach disorders.

Brief Description

Indication

Reversal of neuromuscular blockade, Myasthenia gravis, Paralytic ileus, post-operative urinary retention

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Adult Dose

Oral Myasthenia gravis Adult: 30-120 mg in divided doses, up to a total daily dose of 0.3-1.2 g. Paralytic ileus and postoperative urinary retention Adult: 60-240 mg daily.

Child Dose

Oral Myasthenia gravis Child: <6 yr Initially, 30 mg; 6-12 yr Initially, 60 mg. Doses are repeated throughout the day up to a usual total daily dose of 30-360 mg, w/ increments of 15-30 mg daily until a satisfactory response is obtained. Paralytic ileus and postoperative urinary retention Child: 15-60 mg daily.

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Lower initial dose may be needed, titrate to desired effect.

Contraindication

Mechanical GI or urinary obstruction.

Mode of Action

Pyridostigmine bromide facilitates impulse transmission across the myoneural junction by inhibiting the destruction of acetylcholine by acetylcholinesterase. It also has direct cholinomimetic effect on skeletal muscles.

Precaution

Patient w/ bronchial asthma, COPD, bradycardia, cardiac arrhythmias, vagotonia, peptic ulcer, epilepsy or parkinsonism, hyperthyroidism. Renal impairment. Childn. Pregnancy and lactation. Monitoring Parameters Monitor cholinergic reaction particularly in IV admin.

Side Effect

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, increased peristalsis and bronchial secretions, miosis, excessive salivation and sweating, abdominal cramps, bradycardia, bronchospasm, skin rash, muscle spasm, fasciculation, muscle weakness. Potentially Fatal: Resp paralysis, cardiac arrest, pulmonary oedema.

Interaction

May exacerbate night vision problems w/ anti-glaucoma drugs. Antagonises the effect of non-depolarising muscle relaxants (e.g. pancuronium, vecuronium). Prolongs the effect of depolarising muscle relaxants (e.g. suxamethonium).

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Pyrostig

Tablet - (60mg)

Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Generic: Pyridostigmine

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Disclaimer

The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.

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