Ambenonium - oral

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Ambenonium affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement.

Ambenonium affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement.

Ambenonium is used to improve muscle strength in patients with a certain muscle disease (myasthenia gravis). It works by preventing the breakdown of a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) in your body. Acetylcholine is needed for normal muscle function.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 3 to 4 times daily or as directed by your doctor. Taking this medication with food or milk may help to decrease side effects. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. ...

Side Effect:

Side effect from using this drug may include:nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, increased saliva/mucus, decreased pupil size, increased urination, or increased sweating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:new or increased muscle cramps/weakness/twitching, new or increased difficulty swallowing, slow heartbeat, dizziness, headache.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. ...

Precaution:

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ambenonium, or if you are using certain medications. Be sure your doctor knows if you use:mecamylamine (Inversine), atropine (Atreza, Donnatal, Sal-Tropine, Lomotil, Lomocot, and others), blood pressure medications, or a diuretic.

Before using ambenonium, tell your doctor if you have asthma, Parkinson's disease, or a bladder or bowel obstruction. ...