pilocarpine
Noun
Meaning
An alkaloid extracted from jaborandi (Pilocarpus pennatifolius) as a white amorphous or crystalline substance which has a peculiar effect on the vasomotor system.
Source: Webster's dictionarySynonyms
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neostigmine
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ipratropium
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edrophonium
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tiotropium
ambenonium
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Prescription drugs are also available that help to stimulate salivary flow, such as cevimeline (Evoxac) and pilocarpine.
Sweat testing involves application of a medication that stimulates sweating ( pilocarpine ).