Gravitor SR Tablet is used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis (a disease-causing muscle weakness and tiredness), paralytic ileus (paralysis of intestinal muscles), postoperative urinary retention, and reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxants after surgery.
Gravitor SR Tablet works by reducing and improving muscle weakness. It should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably at the same time each day. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment. You should never stop this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Some common side effects of using this medication are nausea, excessive salivation, diarrhea, blurred vision, shortness of breath, watery eyes, abdominal pain, and altered frequency of urination. Some other side effects that may be seen with it include sweating, headache, runny nose, and heartburn.
It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, avoid doing any such work that requires focus and attention, such as driving or operating any machinery.
Before taking Tablet, it is better to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney problems, Parkinsons disease, asthma, or stomach disorders. Your blood pressure may decrease after taking this medicine, so it is better to monitor it and consult your doctor if it bothers you.
This medicine may cause diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before taking this medicine.
it contains Pyridostigmine which belongs to group of medicines known as cholinesterase inhibitors. It is used to treat myasthenia gravis. This medicine stops the excessive activity of cholinesterase and in this way help muscles to work properly.
Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular disorder that weakens the skeletal muscles used in the movement of the body. It is caused by excessive activity in the body of a protein called cholinesterase. This medicine is also used to treat some rare forms of constipation (paralytic ileus) and inability to pass urine after an operation.
It inhibits the destruction of acetylcholine by cholinesterase and thereby permits freer transmission of nerve impulses across the neuromuscular junction.
Take GRAVITOR SR 180MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney problems, Parkinson’s disease, asthma, or stomach disorders, pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your doctor will give the dose depends on your child’s age and body weight. The common side effects are stomach upset, diarrhoea and vomiting.
Tablet is used to treat myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder where the muscles become weak and tire easily. It is used as a reversal agent to the neuromuscular blocking effects of nondepolarizing muscle relaxants.
This medicine is also used to treat urinary retention after surgery and paralytic ileus when the normal movements of the intestine are paralyzed.
USES OF GRAVITOR TABLET SR
- Myasthenia gravis
- Paralytic ileus
- Post-operative urinary retention
- Reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxant after surgery
BENEFITS OF GRAVITOR TABLET SR
In Myasthenia gravis
In Paralytic ileus
In Post-operative urinary retention
In Reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxant after surgery
SIDE EFFECTS OF GRAVITOR TABLET SR
Common side effects of Gravitor
- Nausea
- Excessive salivation
- Diarrhea
- Blurred vision
- Breathlessness
- Watery eyes
- Abdominal pain
- Altered frequency of urination
- Sweating
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Runny nose
- Heartburn
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Muscle twitching
- Weakness
- Muscle cramp
HOW TO USE GRAVITOR TABLET SR
HOW GRAVITOR TABLET SR WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Tablet may reduce the sharpness of your eyesight and therefore your ability to drive or use machines. Do not drive or operate machines if this medicine affects your ability to see clearly.
Kidney
Liver
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE GRAVITOR TABLET SR?
FAQs
Gravitor SR Tablet helps reduce and improve muscle weakness and hence relieves the symptoms of myasthenia gravis but does not cure it. The length of time for which you have to take Gravitor SR Tablet will depend on your needs. You should not stop taking Gravitor SR Tablet until and unless advised by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
A very small quantity of Gravitor SR Tablet passes into breast milk, which may or may not affect your baby. Ask your doctor if you can continue to breastfeed your baby.
No, Gravitor SR Tablet should not be taken for any type of constipation. It is used only when constipation occurs due to paralysis of the intestine and strictly on prescription by the doctor.
Gravitor SR Tablet should not be taken by patients who are allergic to it. It should also be avoided by patients who are constipated or cannot urinate, unless the doctor has advised to use this medicine. This is because Tablet is only used to treat certain types of constipation and inability to pass urine.
You should immediately seek help at a nearby hospital or contact your doctor urgently. An excess dose of Tablet may cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive sweating, salivation, blurred vision, excessive weakness, difficulty in breathing, and even paralysis.
No, Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to anticholinesterases group of medicines. Tablet works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine.
No, there is no evidence that Gravitor SR Tablet has abuse potential.
No, Gravitor SR Tablet does not cause weight gain. If you experience weight gain, it may be due to inactivity related to muscle weakness in myasthenia gravis.
Yes, Gravitor SR Tablet is safe if used according to the doctor’s advice. You should not exceed the dose as prescribed by the doctor.
Gravitor SR Tablet may cause blurred vision, and therefore you should limit driving until you know how it affects you.
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