Ecothiopate
//ˌɛk.oʊˈθaɪ.əˌpeɪt// noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 A long-acting anticholinesterase C₉H₂₃NO₃PS⁺ used especially to reduce intraocular pressure in the treatment of glaucoma. uncountable
Etymology
From e(thyl) + cho(line) + thio- + (phos)phate.
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