ISOFLUROPHATE
\ˈa͡ɪsəflˌʊ͡əɹəfˌe͡ɪt], \ˈaɪsəflˌʊəɹəfˌeɪt], \ˈaɪ_s_ə_f_l_ˌʊə_ɹ_ə_f_ˌeɪ_t]\
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An irreversible cholinesterase inhibitor with actions similar to those of echothiophate. It is a powerful miotic used mainly in the treatment of glaucoma. Its vapor is highly toxic and it is recommended that only solutions in arachis oil be used therapeutically. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 29th ed, p1330)
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].