Phenothrin

Phenothrin is an insecticide that is used to kill a variety of insects, including mosquitoes, flies, fleas, and ticks. It is a synthetic pyrethroid, which is a type of synthetic chemical compound that is similar in structure to a natural pyrethrin. Phenothrin works by disrupting the nervous system of the insect, causing paralysis and death. It is often used in combination with other insecticides to increase its effectiveness. It can be applied as a liquid spray, dust, fog, or aerosol.

Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification
P - Antiparasitic products, insecticides and repellents
P03 Ectoparasiticides, including scabicides, insecticides and repellents
P03A - Ectoparasiticides, including scabicides
P03AC Pyrethrines, including synthetic compounds
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification
QP - Antiparasitic products, insecticides and repellents
QP53 Ectoparasiticides, including insecticides and repellents
QP53A - Ectoparasiticides for topical use, including insecticides
QP53AC Pyrethrins and pyrethroids
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification
P - Antiparasitic products, insecticides and repellents
P03 Ectoparasiticides, including scabicides, insecticides and repellents
P03A - Ectoparasiticides, including scabicides
P03AC Pyrethrines, including synthetic compounds
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