Etymology

Hagedorn oxime

Today it means: Any of a series of bispyridinium oximes that are effective reactivators of acetylcholinesterase inhibited by nerve agents and organophosphorus pesticides. Full definition →

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Developed by German chemist Ilse Hagedorn.

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