Pharmaceutical Information |
Drug Name |
Physostigmine |
Drug ID |
BADD_D01768 |
Description |
A cholinesterase inhibitor that is rapidly absorbed through membranes. It can be applied topically to the conjunctiva. It also can cross the blood-brain barrier and is used when central nervous system effects are desired, as in the treatment of severe anticholinergic toxicity. |
Indications and Usage |
For the treatment of glaucoma, and in the treatment of severe anticholinergic toxicity. |
Marketing Status |
Not Available |
ATC Code |
S01EB05; V03AB19 |
DrugBank ID |
DB00981
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KEGG ID |
D00196
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MeSH ID |
D010830
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PubChem ID |
5983
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TTD Drug ID |
D09JVV
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NDC Product Code |
Not Available |
Synonyms |
Physostigmine | Eserine |
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Chemical Information |
Molecular Formula |
C15H21N3O2 |
CAS Registry Number |
57-47-6 |
SMILES |
CC12CCN(C1N(C3=C2C=C(C=C3)OC(=O)NC)C)C |
Chemical Structure |
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