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pyridostigmine |
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pyridostigmine /pyr·i·do·stig·mine/ (pir″ĭ-do-stig´mēn) a cholinesterase inhibitor, used as the bromide salt in the treatment of myasthenia gravis and as an antidote to nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents. pyridostigmine a cholinesterase inhibitor; used as the bromide in the treatment of myasthenia gravis and as an antidote to nondepolarizing muscle relaxants, e.g. tubocurarine. pyridostigmine Mestinon® Pharmacology A cholinergic used to manage Pts with myasthenia gravis, including crises Adverse effects ↑ salivation, fasciculation, abdominal cramps, diarrhea. See Reversal agent. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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