Sarin
Sarin, isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate, is a highly toxic organophosphorus nerve agent in the G-series. It was developed in Germany in the late 1930s by chemist Gerhard Schrader and colleagues as part of chemical warfare research. Under the Chemical Weapons Convention, sarin is classified as a Schedule 1 substance, reflecting its high misuse potential and limited legitimate use.
Mechanism: Sarin inhibits acetylcholinesterase, causing accumulation of acetylcholine at muscarinic and nicotinic receptors. This cholinergic crisis
Exposure and onset: It can be inhaled as a vapor or absorbed through the skin. Symptoms may
Treatment and decontamination: Immediate decontamination with soap and water and removal of contaminated clothing. Medical management
Regulation and incidents: Sarin is prohibited under the Chemical Weapons Convention. It has been cited in international