pralidoxime

Questions

How do you pronounce pralidoxime?

The recorded pronunciation is /ˌpɹæl.əˈdɑkˌsiːm/.

What does pralidoxime mean?

An oxime used in conjunction with atropine to combat poisoning by organophosphates or acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (nerve agents).

Where does pralidoxime come from?

Blend of pyridine + aldoxime.

How to pronounce pralidoxime

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