neostigmine

IPA: nioʊstɪgmaɪn

(pharmacology) An anticholinesterase drug used in the form of its bromide C₁₂H₁₉BrN₂O₂ or a methyl sulfate derivative C₁₃H₂₂N₂O₆S especially in the diagnosis and treatment of myasthenia gravis and in the treatment of urinary bladder or bowel atony.

Examples of "neostigmine" in Sentences

The doctor administered a dose of neostigmine to reverse the effects of the muscle relaxant
Neostigmine is commonly used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis to improve muscle strength
Patients with certain types of glaucoma may benefit from neostigmine eye drops to reduce intraocular pressure
Neostigmine works by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase to increase levels of acetylcholine in the body
Adverse effects of neostigmine may include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea in some individuals