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physostigmine

/ˌfaɪ.səʊˈstɪɡ.miːn/

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noun

/ˌfaɪ.səʊˈstɪɡ.miːn/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское соединение, используемое для лечения болезни Альцгеймера и глаукомы.

A medical compound used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and glaucoma.

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  1. Medication for Alzheimer's and glaucomaC2formalmedical

    A parasympathomimetic alkaloid used to treat Alzheimer's disease and glaucoma by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase.

    ruЛекарство от болезни Альцгеймера и глаукомы

    • Physostigmine is sometimes administered to manage symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
    • The ophthalmologist prescribed physostigmine eye drops for the patient's glaucoma.
    • Researchers are studying the effects of physostigmine on cognitive function.
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