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Informative Article | Health and Medical Sciences | India | Volume 11 Issue 7, July 2022 | Rating: 4.5 / 10
Imidacloprid Poisoning - A Potentially Fatal Chemical Poisoning in Humans?
Noushadali SK, Kas Noorulla, K. Manohar
Abstract: Many pesticides are being introduced into the market to control pests in agricultural lands and farming. Poisoning with pesticides is a public health problem globally and till now mortality rates are still on the rise with these poisonings. Imidacloprid poisoning is one such significant health problem which needs a thorough physical examination and laboratory diagnosing before confirming it. Though ingestion in insignificant amounts is safe, quantity beyond limits ingestion can lead to life-threatening complications and sometimes be fatal. This review mainly focuses on the clinical profile of Imidacloprid poisoning with details of various studies and evidence in the past.
Keywords: imidacloprid, poisoning, neonicotinoid
Edition: Volume 11 Issue 7, July 2022,
Pages: 478 - 481