pyridostigmine
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Definition of pyridostigmine
: a drug that is an anticholinesterase administered in the form of its bromide C9H13BrN2O2 especially in the treatment of myasthenia gravis and as a prophylactic against the effects of nerve gas exposure
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pyridostigmine
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Medical Definition of pyridostigmine
: a drug that is an anticholinesterase administered in the form of its bromide C9H13BrN2O2 especially in the treatment of myasthenia gravis — see mestinon
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