Diazinon poisoning
Definition
Diazinon is an insecticide, a product used to kill or control bugs. Poisoning can occur if you swallow this product.
For information on other insecticide poisonings, see: Insecticides
Alternative Names
Bazinon poisoning; Diazol poisoning; Gardentox poisoning; Knox-Out poisoning; Spectracide poisoningPoisonous Ingredient
- Diazinon
Where Found
Diazinon is a specific ingredient found in some insecticides. In 2004, the FDA banned the sale of household products containing diazinon.
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