Drugs that does not cross Blood Brain Barrier______________?

Correct answer: B. Neostigmine

  • A. Atropine
  • B. Neostigmine
  • C. Physostigmine
  • D. Scopolamine

Explanation

Neostigmine is a permanently charged quaternary ammonium compound, so it does not significantly cross the blood-brain barrier. Physostigmine crosses it readily, while atropine and scopolamine are tertiary amines that enter the CNS.

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