Alstig Benefits & Uses

Alstig is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Myasthenia Gravis

Alstig 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
Adult	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Alstig Related Warnings

Is the use of Alstig safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Alstig on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Alstig safe during breastfeeding?

Alstig has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Alstig on the Kidneys?

Alstig has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alstig on the Liver?

Alstig is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Alstig on the Heart?

Alstig may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alstig with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amoxapine

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Moderate

Atropine

Hyoscyamine

Atenolol

Alstig Contraindications

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

Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Peptic Ulcer
Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alstig

Is this Alstig habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Alstig.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Alstig does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Alstig for mental disorders.

No

Alstig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alstig

You can take Alstig with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alstig

Taking Alstig and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bloxiverz™ (Neostigmine Methylsulfate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 107

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