Tox Exam 2 Herbicides and Fungicides Flashcards
Source of phenoxy derivatives of fatty acids (2, 4-D) poisoning in cattle?
accidental ingestion of concentrates or sprays, grazing freshly sprayed pastures
Source of 2,4-D poisoning in pets?
freshly sprayed lawns
T/F 2,4-D sprayed forages at recommended concentrations can cause poisoning.
FALSE. do NOT cause poisoning
Which species are most susceptible to 2,4-D poisoning?
cattle & dogs
Which species are most sensitive to 2,4-D poisoning?
dogs
ADME of 2,4-D?
A=readily from GIT, poorly from skin
D=all over, liver, kidney, brain
M=1/2 life short (few hrs) but longer in dogs (up to 3-4 days)–mainly metabolized by hydrolysis
E=mainly unchanged in urine–tubular secretion
Is 2,4-D an acidic or basic toxin?
acidic
T/F Acidifying the urine will increase 2,4-D toxin excretion?
FALSE–alkalinization
T/F Meat residues in cattle/sheep are unlikely unless exposed to high concentrations of 2,4-D.
TRUE
Chemical properties of 2,4-D?
Alters metabolism of plants which increases toxicity by increasing accumulation of nitrate or cyanide. May increase palatability of plant.
Not stable in environment, not degraded by rumen microflora, do NOT alter rumen microflora.
MOA of 2,4-D?
irritation of GI mucosa, affects skeletal muscle in dogs, degeneration of liver/kidneys
Clinical signs of 2,4-D?
mainly GI & neuromuscular signs
Clinical signs of 2,4-D in ruminants?
anorexia, rumen atony, bloat, D+, ulcers in gastric mucosa
Clinical signs of 2,4-D in dogs?
anorexia, V+, bloody D+, muscle weakness (esp posterior muscles), ataxia, rigidity of skeletal muscles
Clinical signs of 2,4-D in swine?
V+, D+, muscle weakness, depression
T/F Rumen stasis with ingested food is a characteristic finding of 2,4-D poisoning.
TRUE
Specimens used in the diagnosis of 2,4-D poisoning?
forage, water, kidney, urine, liver, stomach contents, poo
Lab diagnosis of 2,4-D poisoning?
elevated ALP (alkaline phosphatase), LDH (lactate dehydrogenase), CPK (creatine phosphokinase)
Treatment of 2,4-D poisoning?
no specific antidote, detox by washing skin or activated charcoal, supportive/symptomatic–IV fluids, antidiarrheals, rumenatorics
Name the 2 dipyridyl herbicides that we discussed in lecture.
paraquat & diquat
Is paraquat (PQ) a RUP or a GUP?
RUP
Is diquat (DQ) a RUP or a GUP?
GUP
Are PQ & DQ stable in the environment?
NO! rapidly degraded by light and soil
PQ binds strongly to soil