Prostigmin (Neostigmine) is a prescription medication used to treat symptoms of myasthenia gravis. Myasthenia gravis is a chronic, autoimmune, neuromuscular disease that causes weakness in the skeletal muscles. This drug is also used to treat urinary retention after surgery and when the normal movements of the intestine are absent. The active ingredient in Prostigmin is Neostigmine. Neostigmine belongs to a class of drugs called cholinesterase inhibitors. It works by slowing the breakdown of acetylcholine when it is released from nerve endings. By stopping the enzyme from working, Neostigmine can increase muscle strength.

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Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while taking Prostigmin. The most common side effects of Prostigmin may include the following:
• Abdominal cramps;
• Diarrhea;
• Increased saliva secretion;
• Increased sweating;
• Increased urination;
• Nausea;
• Vomiting

Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Breathing difficulties;
• Dizziness;
• Irregular heartbeat;
• Itching;
• Severe dizziness;
• Shortness of breath;
• Swallowing difficulties

These are not all of the side effects of Prostigmin. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

You should not take Prostigmin if you are allergic to Neostigmine or any ingredient in Prostigmin. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant;
• Have a blockage in your intestine;
• Have a stomach ulcer;
• Have asthma;
• Have been diagnosed with the irritability of the vagus nerve;
• Have epilepsy;
• Have intolerance to some sugars;
• Have Parkinson's disease

Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Prostigmin and other medicines, including muscle relaxants, anesthetics, and antibiotics like neomycin and kanamycin. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is unknown if Prostigmin will harm a fetus. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. Neostigmine is excreted in breast milk in trace amounts. Take Prostigmin precisely as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablets. Postigmin should not affect your ability to drive or use machinery. If the drug makes you feel ill, wait until the symptoms have worn off before you drive or use the machines. Keep Prostigmin and all medicines out of sight and reach of children. Store at room temperature, below 300C, away from direct light.

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