Gravitor SR Tablet 10's

Gravitor SR Tablet is used to treat myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). Besides this, Gravitor SR Tablet also treats paralytic ileus (a rare form of constipation), postoperative urinary retention, and prophylaxis to military exposure to any nerve poisoning gas. Myasthenia gravis is a long-term neuromuscular disease that leads to musculoskeletal weakness caused by excess activity of a protein (cholinesterase protein).

Gravitor SR Tablet contains ‘Pyridostigmine’, which works by stopping the excessive cholinesterase activity (an enzyme required for the breakdown of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine) involved in communication between nerve impulses and muscle movements. Thereby, Gravitor SR Tablet helps in proper muscle functioning and prevents muscle weakness. 

Take Gravitor SR Tablet 30-60 minutes before food. Swallow Gravitor SR Tablet as a whole; do not crush or chew the tablet. You are advised to take Gravitor SR Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, sweating, cough with mucus, rash, muscle cramps, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor before taking Gravitor SR Tablet if you have asthma, high blood pressure, glaucoma, breathing problems, coronary obstruction, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking Gravitor SR Tablet if you are pregnant before taking Gravitor SR Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gravitor SR Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Gravitor SR Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Gravitor SR Tablet can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor; the dose depends upon the child’s age. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines you are taking to rule out unpleasant side effects.

Gravitor SR Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called cholinesterase inhibitors used to treat myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). Gravitor SR Tablet works by stopping the excessive activity of cholinesterase, thus helping the muscles to work properly. Additionally, Gravitor SR Tablet is also used to treat paralytic ileus (a rare form of constipation), postoperative urinary retention, and prophylaxis to soman nerve agent poisoning. Gravitor SR Tablet affects the chemicals in the body which are involved in communication between nerve impulses and muscle movements. Thereby, Gravitor SR Tablet helps in treating myasthenia gravis.

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Increased salivation (drooling)
• Sweating, cough with mucus
• Rash
• Muscle cramps
• Blurred vision

Do not take Gravitor SR Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are constipated or cannot urinate unless prescribed by the doctor. Inform your doctor before taking Gravitor SR Tablet if you have asthma, high blood pressure, glaucoma, breathing problems, coronary obstruction, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, kidney problems, vagotonia (overactive vagus nerves), overactive thyroid; if you have had surgery to remove thymus gland or if you due to have any surgery. Consult your doctor before taking Gravitor SR Tablet if you are pregnant before taking Gravitor SR Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gravitor SR Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems; so, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Gravitor SR Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. 

• Maintain a healthy weight. Include vegetables, fruits and grains in your diet.
• Diet low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol would be helpful.
• Use salt and sugars in moderation.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol.
• Avoid processed and fried foods.
• Try eating soft, mashed, or pureed foods as they are easy to swallow.
• Avoid dry, chunky and chewy foods.
• Regularly sip water during meals and snacks as it helps to moisten and soften the food. 
• Add thickening agents to liquid foods as liquid foods may get into the lungs and cause choking.
• Be careful while swallowing foods and liquids.