MUSTONE TABLET 10'S

MUSTONE TABLET 10'S belongs to the group of medicines called cholinesterase inhibitors used to treat myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). Besides this, MUSTONE TABLET 10'S also streats paralytic ileus (a rare form of constipation), postoperative urinary retention, and prophylaxis to military exposuree to any nerve poisoning gas. Myasthenia gravis is a long term neuromuscular disease that leads to musculoskeletal weakness caused by excess activity of a cprotein.cholinesterase protein 

MUSTONE TABLET 10'S contains ‘Pyridostigmine’ which works by stopping the excessive cholinesterase activity (an enzyme required for the breakdown of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine) involved in communication between nerve impulses and muscle movements. Thereby, MUSTONE TABLET 10'S helps in proper muscle functioning and prevents muscle weakness. 

Take MUSTONE TABLET 10'S 30-60 minutes before food. Swallow MUSTONE TABLET 10'S as a whole; do not crush or chew the tablet. You are advised to take MUSTONE TABLET 10'S for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, sweating, cough with mucus, rash, muscle cramps, and blurred vision. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Inform your doctor before taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you have asthma, high blood pressure, glaucoma, breathing problems, coronary obstruction, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you are pregnant before taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. MUSTONE TABLET 10'S may cause dizziness and vision problems; so, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S as it may cause increased dizziness. MUSTONE TABLET 10'S can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor; the dose depends upon the child’s age. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines you are taking to rule out unpleasant side-effects.

MUSTONE TABLET 10'S belongs to the group of medicines called cholinesterase inhibitors used to treat myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). MUSTONE TABLET 10'S works by stopping the excessive activity of cholinesterase, thereby helps the muscles to work properly. Additionally, MUSTONE TABLET 10'S is also used to treat paralytic ileus (a rare form of constipation), postoperative urinary retention, and prophylaxis to soman nerve agent poisoning. MUSTONE TABLET 10'S affects the chemicals in the body which are involved in communication between nerve impulses and muscle movements. Thereby, MUSTONE TABLET 10'S helps in treating myasthenia gravis.

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Increased salivation (drooling)
• Sweating, cough with mucus
• Rash
• Muscle cramps
• Blurred vision

Do not take MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are constipated or cannot urinate unless prescribed by the doctor. Inform your doctor before taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you have asthma, high blood pressure, glaucoma, breathing problems, coronary obstruction, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, kidney problems, vagotonia (overactive vagus nerves), overactive thyroid; if you have had surgery to remove thymus gland or if you due to have any surgery. Consult your doctor before taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you are pregnant before taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. MUSTONE TABLET 10'S may cause dizziness and vision problems; so, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S as it may cause increased dizziness. 

• ATROPINE
• GLYCOPYRROLATE
• PREDNISONE
• SUCCINYLCHOLINE

• MUSTONE TABLET 10'S might stop or increase the effects of skeletal muscle relaxants used in the surgery. Inform the doctor that you are taking MUSTONE TABLET 10'S.
• You should not use MUSTONE TABLET 10'S if you have a bladder or bowel obstruction.
• MUSTONE TABLET 10'S is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. 
• Prolonged use of MUSTONE TABLET 10'S may cause gastrointestinal side effects due to increased gut peristalsis causing abdominal cramping, frequent bowel movements, or diarrhoea. However, these side effects can be managed with OTC items antidiarrheal preparations. 

• Maintain a healthy weight. Include vegetables, fruits and grains in your diet.
• Diet low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol would be helpful.
• Use salt and sugars in moderation.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol.
• Avoid processed and fried foods.
• Try eating soft, mashed, or pureed foods as they are easy to swallow.
• Avoid dry, chunky and chewy foods.
• Regularly sip water during meals and snacks as it helps to moisten and soften the food. 
• Add thickening agents to liquid foods as liquid foods may get into the lungs and cause choking.
• Be careful while swallowing foods and liquids.