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Guanidine

Therapeutic Categories

Cholinergic Agonist

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used for the treatment of myasthenic syndrome of Eaton-Lambert.

How does it work?

• Guanidine stabilizes muscle activity.

How is it best taken?

• Take as directed by healthcare provider.
• Take on an empty stomach. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Take a missed dose as soon as possible, but do not take near a meal. Can cause nausea and vomiting.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Return to your regular schedule.
• Do not take a double dose or extra

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat; or any other symptoms involved.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
• Do not use if you are breast-feeding.

What are the common side effects of this medicine?

• Dizziness is common. Rise slowly over several minutes from sitting or lying position. Be careful climbing stairs.
• Flushing or sweating.
• Numbness, tingling, or pain of hands and feet.
• Nervousness, increased irritability, or jittery.
• Dry mouth. Frequent mouth care, sucking hard candy, or chewing gum may help.
• Feeling lightheaded. Avoid driving, doing other tasks or activities that require you to be alert until you see how this medicine affects you.

What should I monitor?

• Watch for change in symptoms. Is condition better, worse, or about the same?
• Check temperature. Watch for signs of infection.
• Check blood work. Talk with healthcare provider.
• Follow up with healthcare provider.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Fever, sore throat, or other signs of infection.
• Passing out, fainting, dizziness, or lightheadedness.
• Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
• Flushing or sweating that you are not able to tolerate.
• Wheezing or difficulty breathing.
• Any rash.
• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store at room temperature.

General statements

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, herbal/supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician assistant).
• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).