Ambenonium Medication Information

Get detailed information on Ambenonium, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Ambenonium provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Ambenonium

Pronunciation : am-bee-NO-nee-um

Therapeutic Classification : Cholinesterase Inhibitor

Trade Names/Brand Names of Ambenonium

International :

Mytelase

Why is Ambenonium Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a cholinesterase inhibitor used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis. It inhibits the breakdown of acetylcholine. It prevents breakdown of acetylcholine in the body, which is needed for muscle functions.

When should Ambenonium not be taken? (Contraindications)

It is not prescribed in patients who are taking mecamylamine, or any other ganglionic blocking agents; known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Ambenonium?

PO- The dose is based on patient’s condition and response to this medication.
The recommended dose is 5mg to 25mg, three to four times in a day.

How should Ambenonium be taken?

It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ambenonium?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve disorder, asthma, epilepsy, increase in thyroid hormone, Parkinson’s disease, urinary obstruction, heart, lung disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Ambenonium?

Most Common- Excessive salivation, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, constriction of pupil, urinary urgency, sweating, nausea, increase in bronchial secretions, tears and vomiting.