Pindone

Pindone

Pindone

Chemical compound

Pindone is an anticoagulant drug[3] for agricultural use. It is commonly used as a rodenticide in the management of rat and rabbit populations.

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It is pharmacologically analogous to warfarin and inhibits the synthesis of Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors.

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References

  1. [1]
    NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards. "#0516". National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
  2. [2]
    "Pindone". Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Concentrations (IDLH). National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
  3. [3]
    Robinson MH, Twigg LE, Wheeler SH, Martin GR (March 2005). "Effect of the anticoagulant, pindone, on the breeding performance and survival of merino sheep, Ovis aries". Comp. Biochem. Physiol. B. 140 (3): 465–73. doi:10.1016/j.cbpc.2004.11.011. PMID 15694595.


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