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Definition of Pilocarpine

1. Noun. Cholinergic alkaloid used in eyedrops to treat glaucoma.

Definition of Pilocarpine

1. n. An alkaloid extracted from jaborandi (Pilocarpus pennatifolius) as a white amorphous or crystalline substance which has a peculiar effect on the vasomotor system.

Definition of Pilocarpine

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Medical Definition of Pilocarpine

1. An alkaloid extracted from jaborandi (Pilocarpus pennatifolius) as a white amorphous or crystalline substance which has a peculiar effect on the vasomotor system. Origin: From NL. Pilocarpus pennatifolius jaborandi; L. Pilus hair + Gr. Fruit: cf. F. Pilocarpine. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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