Parathion - Wikipedia
Parathion is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It generally disrupts the nervous system by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase. It is absorbed via skin, mucous membranes, and orally. Absorbed parathion is rapidly metabolized to paraoxon, as described in Insecticidal activity.
Public Health Statement for Parathion - Centers for Disease ...
Parathion is a nerve poison, and works by stopping your nervous system from turning off, leading to overload so the rest of your body cannot function. The health effects of parathion depend on how much parathion you are exposed to and the length of that exposure.
HEALTH EFFECTS - Toxicological Profile for Parathion - NCBI ...
Parathion was found to be significantly associated with allergic asthma (OR=2.05, 95% CI 1.21–3.46), although there was no exposure-response trend. Exposure to parathion was not associated with non-allergic asthma (OR=1.11, 95% CI 0.75–1.66).
Parathion | Organophosphate, Pesticide, Poisoning | Britannica
Parathion, an organic phosphorus compound well known as an insecticide that is extremely toxic to humans. The compound acts in mammals, as in insects, as a cholinesterase inhibitor (cholinesterase being the enzyme that controls the normal functioning of the nervous system), causing death by.
Parathion | ToxFAQs™ | ATSDR - Centers for Disease Control ...
Parathion is an organophosphorus pesticide no longer used or produced in the United States. Therefore, exposure of the general population or workers is unlikely. Parathion affects the function of the nervous system and exposure to high amounts can cause death.
Parathion | Medical Management Guidelines | Toxic Substance ...
What is parathion? Parathion is a potent organophosphate pesticide. It is a pale yellow-to-brown liquid with an odor like garlic. It is used by farmers as a pesticide on fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains.
1 PUBLIC HEALTH STATEMENT FOR PARATHION - National …
Parathion is a nerve poison, and works by stopping your nervous system from turning off, leading to overload so the rest of your body cannot function. The health effects of parathion depend on how much parathion you are exposed to and the length of that exposure.