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pyridostigmine

pyridostigmine (MESTINON) is a acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Associated with Lacuna Pharma Pty Ltd.

TGA: approved
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Drug details — pyridostigmine

Quick answer

pyridostigmine (MESTINON) is a acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Associated with Lacuna Pharma Pty Ltd.

Key facts

INN pyridostigmine
Brand MESTINON
Mechanism Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor

Mechanism of action

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved
  1. US 12233166

    Extended release compositions comprising pyridostigmine

    Expires Mon Feb 20 2045 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted
  2. US 11911515

    Extended release compositions comprising pyridostigmine

    Expires Mon Feb 22 2044 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted
  3. US 11666536

    Extended release compositions comprising pyridostigmine

    Expires Mon Jun 01 2043 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted
  4. US 11478425

    Extended release compositions comprising pyridostigmine

    Expires Mon Oct 20 2042 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted
  5. US 11229606

    Extended release compositions comprising pyridostigmine

    Expires Mon Jan 20 2042 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted

Frequently asked questions

What is pyridostigmine?

pyridostigmine (MESTINON) is a acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Associated with Lacuna Pharma Pty Ltd.

What is the brand name for pyridostigmine?

MESTINON is a marketed brand name for pyridostigmine. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.