Myasthenia Gravis

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Myasthenia gravis (from Greek μς "muscle", σθνεια "weakness", and Latin: gravis "serious"; abbreviated MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disease leading to fluctuating muscle weakness and fatigability. It is an autoimmune disorder, in which weakness is caused by circulating antibodies that block acetylcholine receptors at the postsynaptic neuromuscular junction,[1] inhibiting the excitatory effects of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine on nicotinic rec...

My father has been a patient of myasthenia gravis for years & is also diabetic. Is imuran safe for him? He has been taking 2 tablets daily for the past 1.5 years. In the past he had gone through plasma franious treatment once for almost 5 to six days. He also had high blood pressure. ## I'm a patient of Mysathenica Gravis. In mid Sept. 2015 my Right Eye Lid had gone down about 75% gradualy in 15-days, then I consulted a Neurologist who advise me first to start taking AMYGRA Tablet, 1/2 each morning/night, and also advised for some Tests, like, MRI, U/S of Chest etc.

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Is this the only medication for treating myasthenia gravis? ## I was only asking if there was anything else a person can take other than Pyridostigmine because it is expensive. I have been told in the past that it was the only medication so was wondering if there was anything new in the past few years. I have been on it for probably around 10 years. ## No, there are others that can be used, it is usually just the first choice, since it works so well for many people, without causing a lot of unwanted side effects. Immunosuppressant can be used to treat Myasthenia Gravis according to this article about treatment options. (Click the highlighted text.),medications, such as the corticosteroid Prednisone, may also be used, as well as monoclonal antibody therapies. However, I don't know ho...

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Myasthenia gravis (from Greek μς "muscle", σθνεια "weakness", and Latin: gravis "serious"; abbreviated MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disease leading to fluctuating muscle weakness and fatigability. It is an autoimmune disorder, in which weakness is caused by circulating antibodies that block acetylcholine receptors at the postsynaptic neuromuscular junction,[1] inhibiting the excitatory effects of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine on nicotinic rec...

Pyridostigmine

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...

Pyridostigmine

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...

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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...

Efgartigimod Alfa

Efgartigimod alfa, sold under the brand name Vyvgart, is a medication used to treat myasthenia gravis.[1][2] The most common side effects include respiratory tract infections, headache, and urinary tract infections.[2] Efgartigimod alfa is a neonatal Fc receptor blocker and is a new class of medication.[2] It is an antibody fragment that binds to the neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn), preventing FcRn from recycling immunoglobulin G (Ig...

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Efgartigimod alfa, sold under the brand name Vyvgart, is a medication used to treat myasthenia gravis.[1][2] The most common side effects include respiratory tract infections, headache, and urinary tract infections.[2] Efgartigimod alfa is a neonatal Fc receptor blocker and is a new class of medication.[2] It is an antibody fragment that binds to the neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn), preventing FcRn from recycling immunoglobulin G (Ig...

Neostigmine Methylsulfate

Neostigmine, sold under the brand name Bloxiverz, among others, is a medication used to treat myasthenia gravis, Ogilvie syndrome, and urinary retention without the presence of a blockage.[2][3] It is also used in anaesthesia to end the effects of non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking medication.[2] It is given by injection either into a vein, muscle, or under the skin.[2] After injection effects are generally greatest within 3...

Neostigmine

Neostigmine, sold under the brand name Bloxiverz, among others, is a medication used to treat myasthenia gravis, Ogilvie syndrome, and urinary retention without the presence of a blockage.[2][3] It is also used in anaesthesia to end the effects of non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking medication.[2] It is given by injection either into a vein, muscle, or under the skin.[2] After injection effects are generally greatest within 3...

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Neostigmine, sold under the brand name Bloxiverz, among others, is a medication used to treat myasthenia gravis, Ogilvie syndrome, and urinary retention without the presence of a blockage.[2][3] It is also used in anaesthesia to end the effects of non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking medication.[2] It is given by injection either into a vein, muscle, or under the skin.[2] After injection effects are generally greatest within 3...

Ambenonium Chloride

Ambenonium (as ambenonium dichloride, trade name Mytelase) is a cholinesterase inhibitor[1] used in the management of myasthenia gravis. It is classified as reversible.[2] Mechanism of action Ambenonium exerts its actions against myasthenia gravis by competitive reversible inhibition of acetylcholinesterase, the enzyme responsible for the hydrolysis of acetylcholine. Myasthenia gravis occurs when the body produces antibodies against acetylcholine receptors, ...

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Ambenonium (as ambenonium dichloride, trade name Mytelase) is a cholinesterase inhibitor[1] used in the management of myasthenia gravis. It is classified as reversible.[2] Mechanism of action Ambenonium exerts its actions against myasthenia gravis by competitive reversible inhibition of acetylcholinesterase, the enzyme responsible for the hydrolysis of acetylcholine. Myasthenia gravis occurs when the body produces antibodies against acetylcholine receptors, ...

My doctor has approved a drop from 2000/day to 1000/day and I am experiencing a fogginess and lack of pep. I use it with prednesone for myasthenia gravis. Has anyone had adverse issues when using a lower dose of cellcept? Bob ## It is completely normal to experience withdrawal type symptoms any time you lower the dosage of a medication, or stop taking it. It occurs because your body was used to the previous dosage you were taking. Have the symptoms tapered of by now? This should happen, once your body adjusts to the new lower dosage.

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I would like to hear what side effects others have while taking Mestinon. I'm not sure if I was prescribed this medication for the right reason. ## I have Myasthenia Gravis and, have been on it since 1999. It helps my muscles through out the day and, also my eyes. I don't know what you are taking it for....Side effects esp. when you just start it is having to go to the bathroom a lot, then it tends to go away after getting adjusted to it. It may make you groggy, it just depends on the person...and, reason taken. I used to live in Concord, California but now live in Clovis, New Mexico and, miss the area Hope to hear from you. Sincerely, Kathy Lynne Cook ## Mestinon contains the active ingredient Pyridostigmine, it is used to reverse the effect of some anesthetics after surgery, a...

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white round pill ## This pill is Methocarbamol.... Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Do not take this medication if you have myasthenia gravis. Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of methocarbamol can be fatal. Overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, nausea, blurred vision, feeling like you might pass out, or seizure (convulsions). ## This medication is not likely to be abused... It can be prescribed for a variety of different pains, aches, etc....

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I suffer from mysatheina gravis. I've been having a lot of trouble with my blood pressure being very high / out of control, with a low pulse. Now I've been told i need a pacemaker and I think i need a new blood pressure tablet. Can you make any suggestions? I'm 70 and my blood pressure has always been irregular. Now I've been told I've got a heart block. My myasthenia can cause bradicrdia. I currently take Amlodipine. Can anybody suggest alternative meds?

white round pill ## I believe I located a match to a white round pill with COR 128 on one side and nothing on the other. Click here to see a picture of the pill. If this is your pill it's Pyridostigmine bromide 60 mg, which is used to treat muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis and to combat the effects of curariform drug toxicity. To learn mroe click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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Can my son get scopinal when he has g6pd deficiency? He's in pain and we want to give him medication. ## According to precautions in the drug monograph, "Scopinal is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions: myasthenia gravis, certain eye problems (e.g., glaucoma), prostate problems (e.g., BPH with urinary obstruction), certain heart problems (e.g., angina, tachycardia), certain stomach/G.I. problems (e.g., megacolon, stenotic lesions)." I do not see anything noted above pertaining to G6pd deficiency and from what I've investigated, potential symptoms of G6pd deficiency include: fever, dark urine, abdominal and back pain, fatigue, and pale skin. In my own personal opinion, I don't see why your son wouldn't be able to get a prescription...

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