Pyridostigmine Pharmacology Podcast




Real Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals show

Summary: I discuss Pyridostigmine Pharmacology in this podcast episode in addition to adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more!<br> <br> <br> <br> Pyridostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that can be used for myasthenia gravis or orthostasis. <br> <br> <br> <br> Pyridostigmine can blunt the effect of neuromuscular blocking agents so patients undergoing surgery should be sure to have a game plan with their surgery team. <br> <br> <br> <br> Similar to donepezil, pyridostigmine can cause diarrhea and bradycardia.