Profenofos
0Profenofos is an organophosphate insecticide that is primarily used in the control of insects and mites on a variety of crops. It is a non-systemic insecticide and acaricide with contact and stomach action, and slight residual effect.
Chemical Properties[edit | edit source]
Profenofos is a yellow to brown liquid with a mild mercaptan odor. It has a molecular formula of C11H15BrClO3PS and a molecular weight of 373.63 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and readily soluble in most organic solvents. Profenofos is stable under normal storage conditions, but it is not stable in alkaline conditions.
Mode of Action[edit | edit source]
Profenofos acts by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme that is essential for normal transmission of nerve impulses. Inhibition of this enzyme leads to an accumulation of acetylcholine, causing continuous stimulation of the muscles and glands, which can result in death of the insect or mite.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Profenofos is used to control a wide range of insects and mites on crops such as cotton, corn, soybeans, potatoes, and vegetables. It is effective against a variety of pests, including aphids, thrips, whiteflies, and caterpillars.
Toxicity[edit | edit source]
Profenofos is moderately toxic to mammals. It can cause cholinergic symptoms in humans, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache, dizziness, and excessive salivation. It is also toxic to birds, fish, and bees.
Environmental Impact[edit | edit source]
Profenofos can contaminate water bodies through runoff and leaching. It is highly toxic to aquatic organisms and can cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. It is also harmful to non-target organisms in the environment.
Regulation[edit | edit source]
In many countries, the use of profenofos is regulated due to its potential risks to human health and the environment. In the United States, it is classified as a Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
See Also[edit | edit source]
This pesticide-related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it.
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
