Structure and properties VX (C11H26NO2PS, Mr = 267.4 g/mol) belongs to the group of organophosphates. It exists at room temperature as a slightly yellowish, oily, odorless and tasteless liquid with a high viscosity. The “V” stands for venom. The boiling point is relatively high at about 300°C. Therefore, VX is usually used as a liquid, … VX
Products Parasympathomimetics are commercially available in the form of tablets, capsules, solutions, transdermal patches, injectable solutions, and eye drops, among others. Structure and properties Many parasympathomimetics are structurally related to the natural ligand acetylcholine. Effects Parasympathomimetics have cholinergic (parasympathomimetic) properties. They promote the effects of the parasympathetic nervous system, a portion of the autonomic nervous … Parasympathomimetics
Products Pyridostigmine is commercially available in tablet form (Mestinon, -retard). It has been approved in many countries since 1953. Structure and properties Pyridostigmine (C9H13N2O2, Mr = 181.2 g/mol) is present in drugs as pyridostigmine bromide, a white, crystalline, deliquescent powder that is very soluble in water. Effects Pyridostigmine (ATC N07AA02) is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It … Pyridostigmine
Products Rocuronium bromide is commercially available as a solution for injection (esmeron, generic). It was approved in the United States in 1994 and in many countries in 1995. Structure and properties Rocuronium bromide (C32H53BrN2O4, Mr = 609.7 g/mol) exists as a nearly white to pale yellow, slightly hygroscopic powder that is readily soluble in water. … Rocuronium Bromide
Pyridostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and is used for therapy in myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). Pyridostigmine is also used for urinary retention and bowel paralysis resulting from decreased muscle tone. Pharmacologically, it is applied as a bromide salt in the form of tablets. What is pyridostigmine? Pyridostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and is used for … Pyridostigmine: Effects, Uses & Risks
