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metrifonate [met″rĭ-fo´nāt]

an organophosphorous compound having potent anticholinesterase activity; used topically against ectoparasites and internally as an anthelmintic, especially effective against Schistosoma haematobium.

metrifonate

an organophosphorus insecticide. See trichlorfon.

metrifonate

Neurology A cholinesterase inhibitor which is anthelmintic and used to manage dementia. See Alzheimer's disease.

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