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Application

Pyridostigmine bromide has been used as a cholinesterase inhibitor in mice, in florimetric assay for acetylcholine secretion and for measuring acetylcholine release from mice atrial tissue.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Pyridostigmine bromide inhibits acetylcholine esterase and is membrane impermeable. It is used as a preventive medicine in chemical warfare. Pyridostigmine bromide is a carbamate compound comprising quaternary amine structure. It displays low absorption at the gastrointestinal tract. Sustained release of pyridostigmine is recommended for improving its bioavailability in treating myasthenia gravis.

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor.

Features and Benefits

This compound was developed by Valeant. To browse the list of other pharma-developed compounds and Approved Drugs/Drug Candidates, click here.

Packaging

1, 5 g in glass bottle