Methamidophos

**Semantic type:** Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A synthetic organic thiophosphate compound and organophosphate acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and neurotoxin that is used as a pesticide. It is characterized as a volatile colorless or off-white crystalline solid with a pungent odor, and exposure occurs by inhalation, ingestion, or contact.

**Synonyms:** - METHAMIDOPHOS - METHAMIDOPHOS