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Last updated:7th Feb 2025
Published:5th Feb 2025

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Molecular structure of human serum albumin

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Treatment Notes
Aminoglycoside antibiotics  
Beta-blockers  
Botulinum toxin Should be avoided
Chloroquine/hydroxychloroquine May trigger de novo MG or worsen existing symptoms
Corticosteroids Monitor carefully in first 2 weeks for transient worsening of symptoms
Desferrioxamine (deferoxamine)  
ᴅ-Penicillamine Believed to trigger new MG and should be avoided
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics Carry FDA black box warning for worsening MG. Avoid or use with caution
Immune checkpoint inhibitors May trigger de novo MG or worsen existing symptoms, but important cancer treatments. Use with caution if needed
Iodinated radiological contrast agents Older agents reportedly worsen MG symptoms; newer agents may carry less risk. Use with caution
Macrolide antibiotics  
Magnesium Potentially high risk if given intravenously. Avoid use if possible
Procainamide  
Quinine  
Statins May occasionally trigger or worsen MG
Telethromycin Carries black-box FDA warning for severe, often fatal MG worsening. Should not be used
Live-attenuated vaccines Contraindicated in patients taking immunosuppressive treatments

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