cholinesterase inhibitor
C17612
concept
A cholinesterase inhibitor is a substance that prevents the breakdown of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine by inhibiting cholinesterase enzymes, thereby enhancing cholinergic signaling in the nervous system.
Observed surface forms (3)
| Surface form | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| acetylcholinesterase inhibitor | 1 |
| organophosphate compound | 1 |
| rivastigmine transdermal system | 1 |
Instances (5)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| rivastigmine | — |
| Donepezil | — |
| Novichok nerve agent | organophosphate compound |
| Exelon | — |
| Exelon Patch | rivastigmine transdermal system |