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Mestinon

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Mestinon is a nasal preparation which is a kind of ears, nose, throat agents.

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Generic Drug

Pyridostigmine

Side Effects

Common

Headache
Flatulence
Loose stools
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Bloating or abdominal fullness
Heartburn
Passing gas
Runny nose
Blurred vision
Numbness or tingling
Muscle twitching
Excessive sweating
Extra saliva
Paresthesia
Rash
Cloudy or blurred vision

Serious

Slow heart rate
Fluid in the lungs
Low blood pressure
Slow or irregular breathing
Hypersensitivity
Paralysis

Treats

Myasthenia gravis
Condition

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