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Efgartigimod

Efgartigimod

Learn more about Efgartigimod (Vygart). Read more

Published: 16th March, 2023

Author: Chris Millard

Early Access to Medicine Scheme (EAMS)

Early Access to Medicine Scheme (EAMS)

Find out about Early Access to Medicines Scheme Read more

Published: 10th June, 2022

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Chris Millard

Pyridostigmine Bromide Oral Solution

Pyridostigmine Bromide Oral Solution

Viatris launches the first licensed Pyridostigmine oral solution 12mg/ml [60mg/5ml]. Read more

Published: 3rd February, 2022

Updated: 21st June, 2022

Author: Chris Millard

Neostigmine bromide Update

Neostigmine bromide Update

Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd will be discontinuing the supply of Neostigmine Bromide Tablets 15mg Read more

Published: 25th September, 2020

Author: Chris Millard

Pyridostigmine Information

Pyridostigmine Information

common questions patients ask about pyridostigmine. Read more

Published: 4th September, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Steroid Information Sheet

Steroid Information Sheet

Steroids are a type of medication called an immunosuppressant. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Azathioprine Information Sheet

Azathioprine Information Sheet

The doctor that prescribed this medicine should tell you why azathioprine is being prescribed. Read more

Published: 4th July, 2020

Updated: 16th March, 2021

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Mycophenolate Information

Mycophenolate Information

Mycophenolate is used as an immunosuppressant therapy in several neurological conditions. Read more

Published: 4th June, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Methotrexate Information

Methotrexate Information

Methotrexate does not work immediately; it can take up to 12 weeks before you have any benefit. Read more

Published: 4th June, 2020

Updated: 8th December, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Ciclosporin Information

Ciclosporin Information

The dose of ciclosporin depends on your body weight and the medical condition being treated. Read more

Published: 4th May, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

3,4-Diaminopyridine (3,4-DAP)

3,4-Diaminopyridine (3,4-DAP)

It takes about 30 to 60 minutes to start working after you have taken it. Read more

Published: 4th April, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Thymectomy Information

Thymectomy Information

Find out how a thymectomy can help people with myasthenia gravis. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

Author: Chris Albas-Martin

Intravenous Immunoglobulin

Intravenous Immunoglobulin

IVIg is given intravenously into a vein via an infusion pump. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2020

Updated: 13th January, 2022

Author: Chris Albas-Martin

Plasma Exchange Information Sheet

Plasma Exchange Information Sheet

Read more

Published: 4th January, 2020

Updated: 4th September, 2020

Author: Chris Albas-Martin

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  • Efgartigimod

    Efgartigimod

    Learn more about Efgartigimod (Vygart).

  • Easyfundraising

  • Super Synapses

    Super Synapses

    Another project spearheaded by Dr David Beeson focusing on CMS.

  • Review of the roles of thymectomy and intensive care treatment in myasthenia gravis.

    Review of the roles of thymectomy and intensive care treatment in myasthenia gravis.

    Two projects undertaken by Dr Jennifer Spillane during the course of her PhD.

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  • Drugs to Avoid

    Drugs to Avoid

    Reactions to drugs are specific to the individual. Nature has made the ignition system very secure.

  • The Extraocular Muscles

    The Extraocular Muscles

    The extraocular muscles are the six muscles that control the movements of the eyes.

  • Pyridostigmine Information

    Pyridostigmine Information

    common questions patients ask about pyridostigmine.

  • Ocular Myasthenia

    Ocular Myasthenia

    Ocular myasthenia is a form of myasthenia in which the extraocular muscles, the muscles that control the eyes and eyelids, are easily fatigued and weakened.

  • Intravenous Immunoglobulin

    Intravenous Immunoglobulin

    IVIg is given intravenously into a vein via an infusion pump.

  • LEMS

    LEMS

    Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is an autoimmune condition. Your antibodies attack the nerve endings and stop muscles contracting causing muscle fatigue.

  • Myasthenia Gravis

    Myasthenia Gravis

    Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition. Your own antibodies will attack communications between your brain and muscle movements.

  • Steroid Information Sheet

    Steroid Information Sheet

    Steroids are a type of medication called an immunosuppressant.

  • Thymectomy Information

    Thymectomy Information

    Find out how a thymectomy can help people with myasthenia gravis.

  • Driving

    Driving

    People with myasthenia MUST inform the DVLA that they have the condition.

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