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I knew regular Mestinon is scored, but didn't know the timespan was now. It use to not be, and people were told not to break it in half, and such. This is why I was concerned.
I don't, nor have I taken Timespan, just remembering what other have said. So when I read that, I was concerned.
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Lizzie
P.S> I was curious about there being a new Timespan, and it didn't have anything new, just the old. Are you certain you have Timespan, or just regular Mestinon? If it is Timespan, what does it say on the label, I'm curious, and would like to look into it. But all I could find is what was written below. I'm a little worried, I don't want you getting sicker.
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How should I take Mestinon Timespan (pyridostigmine)?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
Measure the liquid form of pyridostigmine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.
The amount and timing of this medicine is extremely important to the success of your treatment. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about how much medicine to take and when to take it.
Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication. You may be asked to keep a daily record of when you took each dose and how long the effects lasted. This will help your doctor determine if your dose needs to be adjusted.
If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking pyridostigmine. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
Store pyridostigmine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Last edited by Maxwell'sMom; 03-05-2010 at 11:40 AM.
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