pyridostigmine

English

Etymology

From pyrid(ine) +‎ -o- +‎ -stigmine (“acetylcholinesterase inhibitor”).

Pronunciation

Noun

pyridostigmine (uncountable)

  1. (pharmacology) A parasympathomimetic and reversible cholinesterase inhibitor, used to treat muscle weakness and to combat the effects of curariform drug toxicity.

Derived terms

  • pyridostigmine bromide

References

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