Physostigmine Benefits & Uses

Physostigmine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Myasthenia Gravis

Physostigmine 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

Physostigmine Related Warnings

Is the use of Physostigmine safe for pregnant women?

Physostigmine should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Physostigmine safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Physostigmine for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Physostigmine on the Kidneys?

Physostigmine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Physostigmine on the Liver?

Physostigmine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Physostigmine on the Heart?

Side effects of Physostigmine rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Physostigmine with Other Drugs

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

Physostigmine Contraindications

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

Allergy
Asthma
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Physostigmine

Is this Physostigmine habit forming or addictive?

Physostigmine does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Physostigmine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Physostigmine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Physostigmine is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Physostigmine for mental disorders.

No

Physostigmine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Physostigmine

You can take Physostigmine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Physostigmine

Taking Physostigmine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe