hermokaasujen
Hermokaasujen, often translated as nerve agents or nerve gases, are a class of organic chemicals that disrupt the function of the nervous system by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. This inhibition leads to an accumulation of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the synaptic cleft, causing overstimulation of nerves and muscles. Exposure can result in a range of symptoms, from localized effects like pinpoint pupils and muscle twitching to systemic and potentially fatal consequences such as respiratory failure and convulsions.
These agents are typically classified based on their chemical structure and properties, with common examples including
The primary mechanism of action involves the irreversible binding of the nerve agent to the active site