Which drug is able to cross the blood-brain barrier and inhibit acetylcholinesterase in the CNS?
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Correct answer: Physostigmine
Physostigmine is a tertiary amine that can cross the blood-brain barrier. It inhibits acetylcholinesterase both in the central nervous system and peripherally.
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