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Physostigmine (Ophthalmic route)
fye-soe-STIG-meenBrand Name(s)
In the US: Eserine, Isopto Eserine
Dosage forms
Solution OintmentClassifications
Therapeutic: Antiglaucoma; Pharmacologic: Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Uses of This Medicine
Physostigmine is used to treat certain types of glaucoma.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Before Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: