Associations to the word «Physostigmine»

Wiktionary

PHYSOSTIGMINE, noun. (chemistry) A parasympathomimetic, a reversible cholinesterase inhibitor alkaloid of the Calabar bean, used to treat certain medical conditions.

Dictionary definition

PHYSOSTIGMINE, noun. Used in treatment of Alzheimer's disease and glaucoma.

Wise words

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