Crimidine
Crimidine
Crimidine (pronounced: /krɪˈmiːdaɪn/) is a rodenticide that is chemically classified as a carbamate. It is used primarily for the control of rodent populations.
Etymology
The term "Crimidine" is derived from the chemical name 2-piperidin-1-yl-4-amino-6-chloropyrimidine. The name "Crimidine" is a portmanteau of the words "chloro" and "pyrimidine", referring to the presence of a chlorine atom and a pyrimidine ring in its chemical structure.
Usage
Crimidine is used as a rodenticide, a type of pesticide that is specifically designed to kill rodents. It works by inhibiting the action of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, which is essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system. This leads to an accumulation of acetylcholine in the body, causing paralysis and eventually death.
Related Terms
- Rodenticide: A type of pesticide that is specifically designed to kill rodents.
- Carbamate: A type of organic compound that is derived from carbamic acid.
- Acetylcholinesterase: An enzyme that is essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system.
- Acetylcholine: A neurotransmitter that is involved in many functions of the body, including muscle movement and memory.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crimidine
- Wikipedia's article - Crimidine
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