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Mestinon (Pyridostigmine Extended-Release Tablets) and Hyperthyroidism

Result of checking the interaction of drug Mestinon (Pyridostigmine Extended-Release Tablets) and disease Hyperthyroidism for safety when used together.

Check result:

Mestinon (Pyridostigmine Extended-Release Tablets) <> Hyperthyroidism

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Many of the manifestations of hyperthyroidism may be exacerbated by increased levels of acetylcholine produced by cholinesterase inhibitors. Therapy with cholinesterase inhibitors should be administered cautiously to patients with hyperthyroidism. Monitoring of thyroid levels is recommended.

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Mestinon (Pyridostigmine Extended-Release Tablets)

Generic Name: pyridostigmine

Brand Name: Mestinon, Mestinon Timespan, Regonol

Synonyms: Mestinon

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