Distinon 60mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Distinon 60 MG Description
Distinon 60mg Strip Of 10 Tablets contains Pyridostigmine as its active medicine. It is used for the treatment of myasthenia gravis, paralytic ileus and urinary retention after surgery. It works by d
ecreasing the breakdown of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine. An increase in acetylcholine helps in muscle contraction, thus decreasing the weakness and fatigues of the muscle. Nausea or vomiting, loose motions, cramps in the stomach, increased salivation, slow heartbeats, muscle weakness are some of the side effects of this medicine. If side effects persist or your condition does not improve over time then inform your doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹108.03 |
You Save | ₹14.73 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Pyridostigmine(60.0 Mg) |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR MYASTHENIA GRAVIS |
Uses of Distinon 60 MG
- It is used for the treatment of myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disease where the muscles become weak and tire easily.
- For the treatment of paralytic ileus, a disease characterised by the absence of muscle contraction in the bowel and urinary retention after surgery.
Contraindications of Distinon 60 MG
- If you are allergic to pyridostigmine or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- If you have a bowel obstruction or a urinary tract obstruction.
Side effects of Distinon 60 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loose motions
- Cramps in the stomach
- Increased salivation
- Slow heartbeats
- Muscle weakness
- Increased bowel movement
Precautions and Warnings of Distinon 60 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have respiratory diseases such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Your heartbeats are irregular.
- You have a recent blockage of heart blood vessels.
- You have low blood pressure.
- You have a medical condition called vagotonia (excessive excitability of the vagus nerve).
- You have ulcers in the stomach or bowel. You have epilepsy (a brain disorder characterised by recurrent seizures) or parkinsonism (movement problems as same as seen in Parkinson's disease)....
- You have an overactive thyroid.
- You have undergone a thymectomy (an operation for the removal of the thymus gland).
- You are taking other medicines such as steroids.
- You have indigestion with some sugars.
Mode of Action of Distinon 60 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Distinon 60 MG
Interactions of Distinon 60 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Distinon 60mg Strip Of 10 Tablets works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions. Especially if you are taking steroid medicines.
Storage and disposal of Distinon 60 MG
- Store this medicine at a temperature not above 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Distinon 60 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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