Neostigmine
- Generic Name
- Neostigmine
- Brand Names
- Bloxiverz, Prevduo, Prostigmin
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C12H19N2O2
- CAS Number
- 59-99-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 3982TWQ96G
- Background
A cholinesterase inhibitor used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis and to reverse the effects of muscle relaxants such as gallamine and tubocurarine. Neostigmine, unlike physostigmine, does not cross the blood-brain barrier.
- Indication
Neostigmine is used for the symptomatic treatment of myasthenia gravis by improving muscle tone.
- Associated Conditions
- Curarization therapy, Myasthenia Gravis, Neuromuscular Blockade, Postoperative Urinary Retention (POUR), Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction, Post-operative intestinal atony
- Associated Therapies
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