Physostigmine injection

What is this medicine?

PHYSOSTIGMINE (fi zoe STIG meen) is used to reverse the effects of overdose of certain medicines.

How should I use this medicine?

This medicine is for injection into a muscle or slow injection into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• breathing problems

• increased sweating

• seizures

• slow heartbeat

• muscle weakness

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• increased saliva

• nausea, vomiting

• stomach pain

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

• quinine

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

• atropine

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• asthma

• bowel obstruction

• diabetes

• difficulty passing urine

• gangrene

• heart disease

• an unusual or allergic reaction to physostigmine, sulfites, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

• pregnant or trying to get pregnant

• breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.