Neostigmine

Neostigmine is used in the treatment of Myasthenia gravis, Ogilvie syndrome and urinary retention. It is a cholinesterase inhibitor and a parasympathomimetic agent. It improves the transmission of nerve impulses.

On taking Neostigmine you may experience the following side effects; drowsiness, diarrhea, skin rash, indigestion, headache and vomiting. Major reactions include twitching, blurred vision, cough, chest pain, hives, difficulty in breathing and moving, muscle spasms, joint pains, seizures. In case effects persist or worsen, contact your health care provider immediately.

Before using Neostigmine, have a discussion with your doctor and avoid using it if you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding, if you are taking any kind of prescription or non-prescription medications, if you have any allergies to medicines, foods, substances or any ingredients contained within Neostigmine, if you have heart diseases or any infections.

Neostigmine needs to be injected into a vein, muscle or below the skin. The dosage for you will be determined by your doctor based on your gender, age, medical history and current condition. Should you suspect a drug overdose, inform your doctor right away.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Paralytic Ileus

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Abdominal Cramp

• Diarrhoea

• Excessive Salivation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Tilstigmin 15mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Neostigmine, 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.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Neostigmine as ingredient

• Neomine 2.5Mg Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Tilstigmin 15Mg Tablet

  Tablets India Limited

• Myostigmin 0.5Mg/Ml Injection 1Ml

  Neon Laboratories Ltd

• Neotroy 0.5Mg Injection

  Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Neotagmin Injection

  Themis Medicare Ltd

• Myostigmin 2.5Mg Injection

  Neon Laboratories Ltd

• Neotroy Injection

  Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Glycopyrolate And Neostigmin 0.5 Mg/2.5 Mg Injection

  Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Myo Pyrolate Injection

  Neon Laboratories Ltd

• Stimin G 0.5 Mg/2.5 Mg Injection

  Celon Laboratories Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

This medication prevents the breakdown of acetylcholine by impeding acetylcholinesterase's actions. This helps in better muscular contraction, as more acetylcholine is available for binding with muscarinic and nicotinic receptors.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

• Neostigmine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 11 June 2022].Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/neostigmine

• Neostigmine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 11 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01400

• NEOSTIGMINE injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 11 June 2022].Available from:

  https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=NEOSTIGMINE