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Mestinon

Indications
1. Myasthenia Gravis
Components
1. Neostigmine
2. Pyridostigmine
Mechanism
1. Anticholinesterase medications
Dosing
1. Mestinon 60-120 mg every 3-4 hours
2. Doses exceeding 120 mg q3 hours are not more effective
Adverse effects (Especially at higher dose)
1. Gastrointestinal side effects
2. Muscle Fasciculations
3. Eye tearing
Efficacy
1. Not often effective as monotherapy in Myasthenia Gravis

Mestinon (C0700005)
Concepts	Organic Chemical (T109) , Pharmacologic Substance (T121)
English	Mestinon
Credits	Derived from the NIH UMLS (Unified Medical Language System)

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