Alstig Benefits & Uses

Alstig is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Myasthenia Gravis

Other Benefits

Muscle Weakness

Alstig Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Alstig Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alstig is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Moderate

Shortness of Breath
Decreased blood pressure

Mild

Unknown

Diarrhoea
Abdominal cramp

Alstig Related Warnings

Is the use of Alstig safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Alstig will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Alstig safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Alstig as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Alstig on the Kidneys?

Alstig rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alstig on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Alstig on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Alstig on the Heart?

Alstig may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alstig with Other Drugs

Alstig should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amoxapine

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Moderate

Atropine

Hyoscyamine

Atenolol

Alstig Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alstig unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Peptic Ulcer
Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alstig

Is this Alstig habit forming or addictive?

Alstig is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alstig as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Alstig, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Alstig is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Alstig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alstig

Taking Alstig with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alstig

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bloxiverz™ (Neostigmine Methylsulfate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 107

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