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neurotoxic

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neurotoxic
[noo͡r′ōtok′sik]
having a poisonous effect on nerves and nerve cells, such as the degenerative effect of ingested lead on peripheral nerves.
neurotoxic
pertaining to or emanating from a neurotoxin.
neurotoxic state
a case of poisoning by a neurotoxin.
neurotoxic
adjective Referring to substances or activities with an adverse effect on the nervous system, leading to ↑ excitability, numbness, muscle cramps, paresthesias, systemic failure or cardiac arrest. Cf Hematoxic.
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