Ostig

Ostig Products are primarily used for

Myasthenia gravis, Paralytic ileus, Post-operative urinary retention

About Ostig Products

Uses of Ostig Products

Neostigmine is used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis, paralytic ileus, post-operative urinary retention and reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxant after surgery.

Ostig Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Ostig are Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Excessive salivation, Increased sweating, Stomach cramp.

How Ostig Products work

Neostigmine is a reversible cholinesterase inhibitor. It increases the level of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in the brain, by suppressing acetylcholinesterase (enzyme). This acetylcholine further triggers muscle contracting receptors which helps in muscle contraction.

Patient Concerns about Ostig Products

Frequently asked questions about Ostig Products

Frequently asked questions about Neostigmine

Q. Does Ostig 0.5mg Injection treat myasthenia gravis? How long do I need to take it?
Ostig 0.5mg Injection relieves the symptoms of myasthenia gravis but does not cure it. It does so by reducing and improving muscle weakness. The length of time for which you need to take Ostig 0.5mg Injection will depend on your condition. Do not stop taking Ostig 0.5mg Injection until and unless advised by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
Q. How long does Ostig 0.5mg Injection take to start working?
Ostig 0.5mg Injection takes about 5 to 15 minutes to start working and remains effective for 2-4 hours.
Q. Is Ostig 0.5mg Injection a steroid?
No, Ostig 0.5mg Injection is not a steroid. It belongs to cholinesterase inhibitor group of medicines. Ostig 0.5mg Injection work by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine.
Q. Does it cause weight gain?
No, Ostig 0.5mg Injection does not cause weight gain. Your weight gain may be due to inactivity related to muscle weakness in myasthenia gravis.
Q. Is Ostig 0.5mg Injection safe to use?
Yes, Ostig 0.5mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Q. I felt better when I started taking Ostig 0.5mg Injection but I have noticed recently that I get tired easily and quickly. Will increasing the dose help me?
If your symptoms have started reappearing, then it could be due to increased severity of myasthenia gravis or excess dose of Ostig 0.5mg Injection. Both the conditions have similar effects, so it becomes very difficult to differentiate between the two. Do not increase the dose on your own and consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Can I take Ostig 0.5mg Injection for constipation?
No, Ostig 0.5mg Injection should not be taken for any type of constipation. However, its use is limited to cases of constipation caused by paralysis of intestine and strictly on prescription by the doctor.
Q. What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?
You should seek immediate medical help in case of overdose of Ostig 0.5mg Injection.Excess of Ostig 0.5mg Injection may cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blurred vision, difficulty in breathing, and excessive sweating, salivation, and weakness. It can even lead to paralysis.
Q. Does Ostig 0.5mg Injection have any abuse potential?
No, there is no evidence of Ostig 0.5mg Injection having any abuse potential.
Q. Who should not take Ostig 0.5mg Injection?
Ostig 0.5mg Injection should not be taken by patients who are allergic to it. Patients who are constipated or cannot urinate should avoid its use, unless advised by the doctor. This is because Ostig 0.5mg Injection is only used for certain types of urination problems and constipation (e.g. caused by paralysis of intestine).

Products for Ostig

Ostig 0.5mg Injection
vial of 1 ml Injection
Ciron Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
MRP
38

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