Gravitor Tablet

Gravitor Tablet contains pyridostigmine as its active ingredient. It is used to treat myasthenia gravis, paralytic ileus, and urinary retention after surgery. It works by inhibiting the breakdown of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.

An increase in acetylcholine helps with muscle contraction, thereby decreasing muscle weakness and fatigue. Nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, increased salivation, slow heartbeats, and muscle weakness are some of the side effects of this medicine. If side effects persist or your condition does not improve, inform your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include muscle weakness, pain in the stomach, loose motions, nausea or vomiting, increased salivation, excessive sweating, muscle cramps, low blood pressure, low and irregular heartbeats, confusion, irritation, nervousness and heart failure. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It works by decreasing the breakdown of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine. An increase in acetylcholine helps in muscle contraction, thus decreasing the weakness and fatigueness of the muscle.

Directions for Use

Take this medicine with or without food as prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Gravitor Tablet during pregnancy?

The effect of this medicine on the unborn baby is unknown. Use this medicine during pregnancy only if prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Gravitor Tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of this medicine are known to pass in breastmilk, this medicine should be avoided if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Gravitor Tablet?

This medicine can cause vision problems. Avoid driving while you are taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Gravitor Tablet?

Alcohol is not known to interact with this medicine. However, if you consume alcohol too often discuss it with your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have respiratory diseases such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• Your heartbeats are irregular.
• You have a recent blockage of the heart's blood vessels.
• You have low blood pressure.
• You have a medical condition called vagotonia (excessive excitability of the vagus nerve).
• You have ulcers in the stomach or bowel.
• You have epilepsy (a brain disorder characterized by recurrent seizures) or parkinsonism (movement problems similar to those seen in Parkinson's disease).
• You have an overactive thyroid.
• You have undergone a thymectomy (an operation to remove the thymus gland).
• You are taking other medications such as steroids.
• You have indigestion with some sugars.e sugars.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to pyridostigmine or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you have a bowel obstruction or a urinary tract obstruction.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loose motions
• Cramps in the stomach
• Increased salivation
• Slow heartbeats
• Muscle weakness
• Increased bowel movement

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Gravitor Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking or might take to avoid potential interactions, especially if you are taking steroid medicines.

Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine at a temperature not above 25°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Gravitor Tablet cause high blood pressure?

Gravitor Tablet does not cause high blood pressure, In contrast, if a high dose is consumed it can cause low blood pressure.

Can Gravitor Tablet be crushed or chewed?

Gravitor Tablet should not be crushed or chewed. It should be taken as a whole with water.

Does Gravitor Tablet cause an increase in heartbeats?

Gravitor Tablet does not cause an increase in heartbeats. In contrast, it can be used in the treatment of increase heartbeats in a medical condition called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) where there is an abnormal increase in the heartbeats while standing from a lying position.

Can Gravitor Tablet be cut in half?

Gravitor Tablet should not be cut in half unless it has a score mark on it and your doctor tells you to take a half tablet. The tablet should not be crushed or chewed before taking.