Mestinon 60 mg – 150 Tablets
Available at Pharmaegy Pharmacy. Use as directed by your doctor.
Mestinon is a "cholinesterase inhibitor." It is the gold standard for treating chronic muscle fatigue disorders where the communication between nerves and muscles is interrupted.
Primary Indications:
Myasthenia Gravis: To treat severe muscle weakness and fatigue, especially in the face, eyes, and limbs.
Paralytic Ileus: Used to treat certain types of constipation or intestinal inactivity after surgery.
Post-Operative Recovery: To reverse the effects of muscle relaxants used during general anesthesia.
Secondary Indications:
Urinary Retention: To help patients who are unable to pass urine after a surgical procedure.
Nerve Gas Protection: Used by military personnel as a pretreatment against exposure to certain chemical agents (Soman).
Usage: Dosage is highly personalized.
Adults: Usually 1 to 3 tablets (60–180 mg) taken 2 to 4 times daily.
Timing: If you have trouble swallowing or eating, take your dose 30–45 minutes before meals for maximum strength while chewing.
Important: * Cholinergic Crisis: Taking too much can cause "extreme" muscle weakness; if your symptoms get worse after a dose, contact a doctor immediately.
Stomach & Lungs: Use with caution if you have asthma, stomach ulcers, or a slow heart rate (bradycardia).
Storage: These tablets are sensitive to moisture. Keep them in the original bottle with the silica gel packet.
Note: Produced by Meda AB (distributed by Multipharma), Egypt.