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Echothiophate

Generic Name
Echothiophate
Brand Names
Phospholine Iodide
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C9H23NO3PS
CAS Number
6736-03-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
0F350BVT6S
Background

A potent, long-acting irreversible cholinesterase inhibitor used as an ocular hypertensive in the treatment of glaucoma. Occasionally used for accomodative esotropia.

Indication

For use in the treatment of subacute or chronic angle-closure glaucoma after iridectomy or where surgery is refused or contraindicated.

Associated Conditions
Accommodative component in esotropia, Chronic Angle Closure Glaucoma, Open Angle Glaucoma (OAG), Nonuveitic secondary glaucoma
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