Generic Mestinon

Description

Active Ingredient

Pyridostigmine Bromide is the main active component of this medicine. It is a quaternary ammonium carbamate derivative and an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. This active component binds to acetylcholinesterase active sites in the peripheral nervous system to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine. It results in an accumulation of acetylcholine at cholinergic synapses and offers the transmission of impulses across the neuromuscular junction.

This medication increases the contraction of bronchial, intestinal smooth muscle and the secretions of the exocrine glands. It causes paralysis of the skeletal muscles mediated through nicotinic receptors. It is used as a reversible blocking agent to prevent organophosphates to protect the nervous system from the effects of nerve agents.

Indications

Pyridostigmine composed medicine affects chemicals in the body, which are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement. Mestinon is indicated to treat the symptoms of myasthenia gravis.  It is also used to improve muscle strength in people with a certain muscle disease like myasthenia gravis. It prevents the breakdown of a certain natural substance such as acetylcholine in the body.

Action Mechanism

Acetylcholine is one of many neurotransmitters in the body. Neurotransmitters help cells communicate with each other. Depending on the organ that it acts upon, acetylcholine produces different effects. It is important to produce muscle contractions and movement. In people with myasthenia gravis, there is a decrease in the levels of acetylcholine. This drug Mestinon can be used to increase acetylcholine levels and improve muscle contraction or movement. This medication increases the concentration of acetylcholine at nerve junctions by inhibiting cholinesterase, the enzyme that destroys acetylcholine.

Dosages

This medicine is made available in a dosage as mentioned below:

• 60 mg: It should be taken orally with or without food exactly as mentioned in the prescription by the doctor

Note

This medication should not be used in people with bladder or bowel obstruction.

FAQ’s

What is Mestinon?

Mestinon affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement.

What is Mestinon used for?

Mestinon is used to treat the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. It is also used in military personnel who have been exposed to nerve gas.

How should to consume Mestinon medicine?

Take this medicine with food or milk if it upsets your stomach. Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.

What happens in case of overdose?

Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, sweating, blurred vision, drooling, and weak or shallow breathing.

What should be avoided while taking Mestinon?

This medication may cause blurred vision or impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.