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Mestinon

Mestinon (pyridostigmine) is used for conditions such as myasthenia gravis and congenital myasthenic syndrome, to increase muscle strength. Mestinon works by preventing the breakdown of acetylcholine, which is a natural substance that the body needs for muscles to work well.  Mestinon may also be used...

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Mestinon Prescribing Information

Prescribing Information (FDA)

MESTINON (pyridostigmine bromide) is an orally active cholinesterase inhibitor. Chemically, pyridostigmine bromide is 3-hydroxy-1-methylpyridinium bromide dimethylcarbamate. Its structural formula is: MESTINON is available in the following forms: Oral Solution containing 60 mg pyridostigmine bromide...

Mestinon results from the Pill Identifier

  • Pill MESTINON 60 V White Round is Mestinon
  • Pill MESTINON 60 ICN White Round is Mestinon
  • Pill MES V 180 Yellow Capsule/Oblong is Mestinon Timespan
  • Pill ICN - M180 Yellow Oval is Mestinon timespan

Mestinon Dosage Guide

Dosage Information (Advanced)

Mestinon Dosage MESTINON is available in three dosage forms: Oral Solution - raspberry-flavored, containing 60 mg pyridostigmine bromide per teaspoonful (5 mL). This form permits accurate dosage adjustment for children and “brittle” myasthenic patients who require fractions of 60 mg...

Mestinon Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term

Side Effects (Drugs.com)

Mestinon Side Effects Professional info FAQ Note: This document provides detailed information about Mestinon Side Effects associated with pyridostigmine . Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Mestinon . Applies to pyridostigmine : oral conventional 30...

Mestinon Interactions Checker

Drug Interactions (Cerner Multum)

Mestinon Interactions There are 100 drugs known to interact with Mestinon (pyridostigmine), along with 5 disease interactions. Of the total drug interactions, 2 are major, and 98 are moderate. Does Mestinon interact with my other drugs? Enter medications to view a detailed interaction report using...

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Mestinon Pill Images - What does Mestinon look like?

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Mestinon Pill Images Note: Multiple pictures are displayed for those medicines available in different strengths, marketed under different brand names and for medicines manufactured by different pharmaceutical companies. Multi-ingredient medications may also be listed when applicable. What does...

Mestinon Timespan Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term

Side Effects (Drugs.com)

Mestinon Timespan Side Effects Professional info FAQ Note: This document provides detailed information about Mestinon Timespan Side Effects associated with pyridostigmine . Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Mestinon Timespan . Applies to...

Mestinon Timespan Interactions

Drug Interactions (Cerner Multum)

Mestinon Timespan Interactions There are 100 drugs known to interact with Mestinon Timespan (pyridostigmine), along with 5 disease interactions. Of the total drug interactions, 2 are major, and 98 are moderate. Does Mestinon Timespan interact with my other drugs? Enter medications to view a...

Generic Mestinon Availability

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Generic Mestinon Availability Mestinon is a brand name of pyridostigmine , approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s): MESTINON (pyridostigmine bromide - injectable;injection) Manufacturer: BAUSCH Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Strength(s): 5MG/ML [ RLD ] [ AP ] MESTINON (pyridostigmine...

Mestinon Disease Interactions

Disease interactions (Cerner Multum)

Mestinon Disease Interactions There are 5 disease interactions with Mestinon (pyridostigmine). Major Cholinesterase inhibitor (applies to Mestinon) bradycardia Major Potential Hazard, High plausibility. Applicable conditions: Arrhythmias Due to their pharmacological action, cholinesterase...

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