Distinon Tablets (Pyridostigmine Bromide) - Active Ingredient And Chemical structure
Distinon Tablets (Generic Mestinon) is an orally active cholinesterase inhibitor. The active ingredient contained in Distinon Tablets is Pyridostigmine Bromide. The structure is shown below
Generic Forms and Brand names of Mestinon (Pyridostigmine Bromide)
Distinon manufactured by Samarth Pharma Pvt. Ltd. , India is an effective treatment for myasthenia gravis. Mestinon which has the active ingredient Pyridostigmine Bromide is also sold as Regonol and under various other brand names.
Pyridostigmine Bromide (Generic Mestinon) - Uses
Pyridostigmine Bromide in the form of Generic Mestinon Tablets is used to treat muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis as well as counter the effects of curariform drug toxicity.
Distinon Tablets (Pyridostigmine Bromide) - Preparations
Distinon Tablets (Generic Mestinon) is available as tablets of 60 mg .
Distinon Tablets (Pyridostigmine Bromide) - Storage Requirements
Distinon Tablets are to be stored at room temperature (15°C to 30°C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light.
Distinon Tablets (Generic Mestinon) - Dosage
The size and frequency of dosage of Distinonmust be adjusted to the needs of the individual patient. The average dose of Distinon is ten 60 mg tablets daily, spaced to provide maximum relief when maximum strength is needed.
Distinon (Generic Mestinon) Tablets (Pyridostigmine Bromide) - Contraindications
Distinon is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to Pyridostigmine Bromide or any inactive ingredient present in the medication. Mestinon is contraindicated in mechanical intestinal or urinary obstruction, and particular caution should be used in its administration to patients with bronchial asthma.
Side Effects Of Distinon Tablets (Generic Mestinon)
The most common Muscarinic side effects of Generic Mestinon are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, increased peristalsis, increased salivation, increased bronchial secretions, miosis and diaphoresis. Nicotinic side effects are comprised chiefly of muscle cramps, fasciculation and weakness.
