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physostigmine

physostigmine Physostigmine is a cholinesterase inhibitor that is quickly absorbed through membranes and can be applied to the eye.

Physostigmine is a cholinesterase inhibitor that is quickly absorbed through membranes and can be applied to the eye. It also enters the brain and is used when effects on the central nervous system are needed, such as in severe anticholinergic toxicity.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Physostigmine” (D010830).
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