Gravitor Tablet

Gravitor Tablet is used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis (a disease-causing muscle weakness and tiredness), paralytic ileus (paralysis of intestinal muscles), and postoperative urinary retention. It helps strengthen the muscles, promotes bowel function, and stimulates the bladder muscles. Gravitor Tablet 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 Gravitor Tablet, it is better to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney problems, Parkinson's 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.

• Treatment of Myasthenia gravis
• Treatment of Paralytic ileus
• Treatment of Post-operative urinary retention

Gravitor Tablet increases the levels of acetylcholine (chemical messenger) which allows free transmission of signals across the nerves and muscles.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gravitor Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

• 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
• Increased bronchial secretions

AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gravitor Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gravitor Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gravitor Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

DrivingUNSAFE

Gravitor Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Gravitor 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.

KidneyCAUTION

Gravitor Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gravitor Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Gravitor Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Gravitor Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class

N-Methylpyridinium Compounds

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Neuro cns

Action Class

Cholinesterase inhibitors- carbamates