These substances are listed as category-2 carcinogens, which contribute to the increase in cancer cases.
It can seriously damage the baby’s immune system and the developing fetus’s brain.
People usually use mosquito repellent in their rooms to keep insects away. Its liquid contains chemicals whose fragrance kills all mosquitoes within minutes, saving us from the risk of deadly diseases like dengue or chikungunya. Are you aware of its harmful effects on our body? Prominent urologist Dr. Arun Naik took to Instagram to explain how these vapors are negatively impacting our brain, health and environment.
Check out the video here:
In the video, Dr. Naik claims that a large number of these harmful substances are used in the company’s best-selling vaporizers. Transfluthrin, butylated hydroxytoluene, citronellol, dimethyloctadiene, odorless paraffin (96 percent w/v) and a mixture of several aromatic compounds (benzyl acetal) are among the ingredients used to make these liquid solutions. One should be aware that transfluthrin may increase symptoms such as tremors, restlessness, sneezing, breathing problems, skin allergies, runny nose and cough. Also, these substances have been listed as category-2 carcinogens, leading to an increase in cancer cases.
It can seriously damage the baby’s immune system and the developing fetus’s brain. Hypothyroidism can also result. Apart from humans, dogs are also affected. It contains aromatic compounds that can cause skin sensitivity and respiratory problems. The CDC claims it can also result in headaches, anorexia and difficulty concentrating.
Additionally, using them in a home with closed windows and doors can make the situation quite dangerous. Since there is no known cure for these substances, doctors advise that pregnant women, infants, young children, the elderly, and pets stay away from them. According to Dr. Naik, other studies have also found that these vapors attract even more mosquitoes.
Things to keep in mind
If you must use it, open the door or window and let it burn for a few minutes.
-Maintain screens on windows and doors. Drain standing water outside your home to prevent mosquito breeding.
– Use natural alternatives, such as camphor smoke or burning neem leaves. -Buy only natural products from the market and use mosquito nets.
– If there is no risk of major pest infestation, natural and alternative repellents may be beneficial.