Pyridostigmine Bromide

Pyridostigmine Bromide

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Uses

Pyridostigmine bromide is indicated for pretreatment against the lethal effects of Soman nerve agent poisoning. Pyridostigmine is intended for use in conjunction with protective garments, including a mask. At the first sign of nerve agent poisoning, pyridostigmine should be stopped, and atropine and pralidoxime therapy started immediately.

The evidence for the effectiveness of pyridostigmine as pretreatment against Soman-induced toxicity was derived from animal studies alone [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)].

FOR MILITARY MEDICAL USE ONLY

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Other Information

Pyridostigmine bromide is an orally active, reversible cholinesterase inhibitor. Its chemical name is: 3-hydroxy-1-methylpyridinium bromide dimethylcarbamate.

CAS registration number is 101-26-8.

Pyridostigmine bromide has a molecular formula of C9H13BrN202, a molecular weight of 261.12, and the following molecular structure:

Chemical Structure

Pyridostigmine bromide tablets, USP contain 30 mg pyridostigmine bromide for oral administration. The inactive ingredients included in the tablet formula are: lactose anhydrous, colloidal silicon dioxide, and stearic acid.

Pyridostigmine Bromide Manufacturers


  • Valeant Canada Limited
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Valeant Canada Limited]
  • Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Kaiser Foundation Hospitals]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Corepharma, Llc
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Corepharma, Llc]
  • American Health Packaging
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [American Health Packaging]
  • Oceanside Pharmaceuticals
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Oceanside Pharmaceuticals]
  • Global Pharmaceuticals, Division Of Impax Laboratories Inc.
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet [Global Pharmaceuticals, Division Of Impax Laboratories Inc.]
  • Oceanside Pharmaceuticals
    Pyridostigmine Bromide Tablet, Extended Release [Oceanside Pharmaceuticals]

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