Metepa Explained

Metepa is a chemosterilant, with the capability to restrict ovarian development.[1] Metepa can also result in carcinogenesis, in particular the formation of teratomas.[2] It a minor ingredient in certain solid rocket propellants.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Effect of Tepa and Metepa on Ovarian Development of House Flies. Journal of Economic Entomology. 57. 6. 896–899. 10.1093/jee/57.6.896. 1964. Morgan. Philip B. Labrecque. G. C.
  2. The sterilizing, carcinogenic and teratogenic effects of metepa in rats. Bulletin of the World Health Organization. 34. 2. 317–20. 5296141. 2475925. 1966. Gaines. T. B. Kimbrough. R. D.
  3. Web site: Ababil-100/Al Fat'h. GlobalSecurity.org. https://web.archive.org/web/20190415172938/https://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/iraq/ababil.htm. 15 April 2019.

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