Chemical Structure:
C10H14NO5PS
Mechanism of Action:
Parathion is converted in the body to paraoxon, which is an active metabolite that irreversibly inhibits acetylcholinesterase.
Uses:
As an insecticide, not used medically due to its high toxicity.
Side Effects:
Exposure can lead to excessive salivation, sweating, diarrhea, respiratory depression, convulsions, and death.