Although there is no known cure for MG, treatments and medications can effectively reduce its signs and symptoms.

Medications

Here’s a list of medications that may help manage MG:

• Cholinesterase inhibitors: Cholinesterase inhibitors improve communication between nerves and muscles, supporting muscle contraction and strength. An example of this type of medication is pyridostigmine.

• Immunosuppressants:  Immunosuppressants decrease inflammation, alter the immune system, and can reduce the body's production of abnormal antibodies. Examples of immunosuppressants include azathioprine, mycophenolate mofetil, cyclosporine, methotrexate and tacrolimus.

• Corticosteroids: Corticosteroids suppress the immune system which can limit antibody production. An example of this type of medication is prednisone

Intravenous Therapy

Intravenous therapy can be used for a short period of time to address sudden worsening of MG symptoms.‍

• Plasmapheresis: Runs blood from the body through a machine that filters out the ACh and MuSK antibodies, and then sends the filtered blood back into the body.

• Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIg): Adds normal antibodies to a patient’s blood to alter the immune response.

• Monoclonal Antibodies: Man-made proteins that behave like human antibodies to alter immune response.

Surgery

• Individuals with myasthenia gravis may have an enlarged thymus gland and/or a tumor (thymoma) on it. The thymus gland, located in the upper chest beneath the breastbone, is part of the immune system. When the thymus gland is enlarged or has tumors, it can cause the production of antibodies that lead to muscle weakness. Therefore, people with MG may require a thymectomy, which entails removing the thymus gland. In some cases, even if tests on the thymus gland do not indicate a problem, surgical removal of the gland may improve symptoms.