Mestinon

Active Ingredient(s): Pyridostigmine
FDA Approved: * April 6, 1955
Pharm Company: * VALEANT PHARM INTL
Category: Myasthenic Syndrome

Pyridostigmine is a medication used to treat myasthenia gravis[1] and underactive bladder.[2] It is also used together with atropine to end the effects of neuromuscular blocking medication of the non-depolarizing type.[3] It is typically given by mouth but can also be used by injection.[3] The effects generally begin within 45 minutes and last up to 6 hours.[3] Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, frequen... [wikipedia]

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Dosage List

Mestinon Mestinon;V;60
Mestinon 60 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0187-3010
Labeler:
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC
Mestinon MES;V;180
Mestinon 180 mg Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 0187-3013
Labeler:
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC
Mestinon 60 mg/5ml Oral Syrup
NDC: 0187-3012
Labeler:
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC

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