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Brand: Cythion, Malathion 50, Carbofos
Malathion is an organophosphate insecticide used to control mosquitoes and a variety of insects that attack fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. It is in a class of insecticides called organophosphates, which work by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme essential for nerve function. Malathion is considered less toxic to mammals than other organophosphates because mammals readily metabolize malathion into inactive metabolites, while insects do not.
Used to control mosquitoes and a variety of insects affecting fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.
Outcome:
Increased risk of cholinergic toxicity (e.g., muscle weakness, respiratory depression).
Mechanism:
Additive inhibition of cholinesterase.
Outcome:
Reduced effectiveness of malathion.
Mechanism:
Atropine antagonizes the effects of acetylcholine accumulation.
Outcome:
Increased skin irritation.
Mechanism:
Photosensitivity reaction.
Most likely new formulation: Controlled-release granules for mosquito control (Year 2025, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and resistance patterns, there is a 20% likelihood of increased regulatory restrictions on agricultural malathion use within the next 5 years.
Organophosphate Insecticide
Organophosphate