ecothiopate

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From e(thyl) +‎ cho(line) +‎ thio- +‎ (phos)phate.

Pronunciation

Noun

ecothiopate (uncountable)

  1. (pharmacology) A long-acting anticholinesterase C9H23NO3PS+ used especially to reduce intraocular pressure in the treatment of glaucoma.

Derived terms

  • ecothiopate iodide

References

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