Mestinon Timespan TM
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Active ingredients: pyridostigmine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: MESTINON TIMESPAN pyridostigmine bromide 180mg tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 3 AUGUST 1992: MESTINON is useful in the treatment of myasthenia gravis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- round, biplanar, spotted with grey-yellowish colour with a line on one side and engraving M180 on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 tablets pack
- 50 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient pyridostigmine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
