Fluoroacetamide Explained

Fluoroacetamide is an organic compound with the chemical formula . It is a compound based on acetamide with one fluorine atom replacing hydrogen on the methyl group. It is very toxic. It is a metabolic poison which disrupts the citric acid cycle and was used as a rodenticide.[1] May cause reproductive disorders. If swallowed or in contact with skin, it can cause serious damage and death. Can cause serious eye damage.

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Notes and References

  1. MATSUMURA F, O'BRIEN RD. A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE MODES OF ACTION OF FLUOROACETAMIDE AND FLUOROACETATE IN THE MOUSE AND AMERICAN COCKROACH. Biochem Pharmacol. 1963 Oct;12:1201-5.