PRODUCT DETAILS

About Stimin G 0.5 mg/2.5 mg Injection

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE belongs to a group of medicines called 'anticholinesterase agents/acetylcholinesterase inhibitors,' primarily used to reverse the effects of muscle relaxant and anesthesia medicines used during surgery. Certain medicines like propofol, etomidate, ketamine which is an anesthetic medicine cause anesthesia (sedative action) during surgery. Several muscles relaxant medicines are also used during surgery like vecuronium, rocuronium relaxes the muscles during surgery.

Uses of Stimin G 0.5 mg/2.5 mg Injection

To reverse the effects of muscle relaxant and anesthesia medicines at the end of surgery.

Medicinal Benefits of Stimin G 0.5 mg/2.5 mg Injection

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE contains two medicines namely: Glycopyrrolate and Neostigmine. It is primarily used to reverse the effects of muscle relaxant and anesthesia medicines at the end of surgery. Neostigmine increases levels of a substance known as acetylcholine by stopping an enzyme required for the breakdown of acetylcholine involved in transmission between nerve impulses and muscle movements. It is used at the end of surgery to reverse the effects of several medicines used during surgery like anesthetics and muscle relaxants. Glycopyrrolate is an anticholinergic It works by blocking the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) in the brain. It is added to avoid the unwanted effects of Neostigmine like stomach acid, excess saliva production, and decreased heart rate.

Directions for Use

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE is available in the form of injection. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE; do not self-administer. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE.

Side Effects of Stimin G 0.5 mg/2.5 mg Injection

Constipation

Dry mouth

Nausea

Vomiting

Visual disturbance

Dizziness

Diarrhea

Too much saliva

Dryness of skin

Increased pressure of the eye

Stomach cramps

Uncontrolled need of passing urine

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you use any other medicines or supplements before using GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE. Do not use GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE if you are allergic to GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE or any of its contents. GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE should not be taken if you have difficulty in passing urine and blockage in the intestine. GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE should not be taken in the conditions like asthma, breathing difficulties, stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, high temperature (fever), kidney disease, and heart disease. Before taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE inform your doctor if you have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), fit disorder, parkinson’s disease, enlarged prostate gland, abdominal pain and vomiting. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE. It is not recommended to drive after taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE as it may cause your eyesight to become week. GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor; the dose depends on the child’s age and weight.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE may interact with antidepressants (lithium, amitriptyline, imipramine), medicines used for mental illness (clozapine), pain killer (nefopam), antiviral (amantadine), muscle relaxant (suxamethonium), antibiotics (gentamicin, streptomycin, cholistimethate sodium), medicines for heart disease (procainamide, propafenone, quinidine), antimalarial (chloroquine), a medicine used in migraine (propranolol).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE may have interactions with asthma, muscle weakness, stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, high temperature (fever), kidney disease, and heart disease

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE as it may cause increased dizziness.

PREGNANCY

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE contains neostigmine which is a pregnancy category C drug. It may be unsafe to use during pregnancy since animal studies of GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE showed harmful effects on the fetus. Please consult your doctor before taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not known if GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE if you are a breastfeeding mother.

DRIVING

GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE can make you feel dizzy, eyesight becomes a week, and affect your ability to drive. It is advised not to drive or operate machinery while using GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE if you are not mentally alert and focused.

LIVER

If u have or had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

KIDNEY

If u have or had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking GLYCOPYRROLATE+NEOSTIGMINE. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.