Mestinon

Mestinon affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communciation between nerve impulses and muscle movement. Mestinon is used to treat the symptoms of myasthenia gravis (muscle disease). It is also used in military personnel who have been exposed to nerve gas. Do not use this drug if you have a serious stomach condition called peritonitis, or if you have a bladder or bowel obstruction.

Before using Mestinon, tell your doctor if you have asthma or kidney disease. The amount and timing of this medicine is extremely important to the success of your treatment. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about how much medicine to take and when to take it. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from Mestinon.

Dosage
Take Mestinon by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor.

Side effects
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, increased saliva/mucus, decreased pupil size, increased urination, or increased sweating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Mestinon do not have serious side effects.