| carbaryl | <chemical> A carbamate insecticide and parasiticide. It is a potent anticholinesterase agent belonging to the carbamate group of reversible cholinesterase inhibitor. It has a particularly low toxicity from dermal absorption and is used for control of head lice in some countries. Pharmacological action: cholinesterase inhibitor, insecticide, carbamate. Chemical name: 1-Naphthalenol, methylcarbamate (12 Dec 1998) |
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