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Armin
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Definition
: A reversible organophosphorus cholinesterase inhibitor. It also affects the presynaptic membrane and inhibits membrane postsynaptic cholinergic receptors. The compound had former use as a miotic.
Pharmacological Action
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
Other names
Ethyl-
p-
Nitrophenyl Ethylphosphonate; Armine