PHYSOSTIGMINE
\fˈa͡ɪsəstˌɪɡma͡ɪn], \fˈaɪsəstˌɪɡmaɪn], \f_ˈaɪ_s_ə_s_t_ˌɪ_ɡ_m_aɪ_n]\
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By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A cholinesterase inhibitor that is rapidly absorbed through membranes. It can be applied topically to the conjunctiva. It also can cross the blood-brain barrier and is used when central nervous system effects are desired, as in the treatment of severe anticholinergic toxicity.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Snake's-head
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