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neostigmine (medicine)


neostigmine
<chemical> 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.

Pharmacological action: cholinesterase inhibitor, parasympathomimetic.

Chemical name: Benzenaminium, 3-(((dimethylamino)carbonyl)oxy)-N,N,N-trimethyl-


dreaded (oh)



[only before noun] making you feel afraid or anxious - often used humorously
::She couldn't put off the dreaded moment forever.