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Status:
US Approved Rx (2007)
First approved in 1948

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Bethanechol is a parasympathomimetic choline carbamate that selectively stimulates muscarinic receptors with little effect on nicotinic receptors. Bethanechol is indicated for the treatment of acute postoperative and postpartum nonobstructive (functi...
Status:
US Approved Rx (1972)
First approved in 1972

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Carbachol is a potent cholinergic (parasympathomimetic) agent which produces constriction of the iris and ciliary body resulting in reduction in intraocular pressure.