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\fˈɛməɹˌa͡ɪd], \fˈɛməɹˌaɪd], \f_ˈɛ_m_ə_ɹ_ˌaɪ_d]\
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Bactericidal cationic quaternary ammonium surfactant used as a topical anti-infective agent. It is an ingredient in medicaments, deodorants, mouthwashes, etc., and is used to disinfect apparatus, etc., in the food processing and pharmaceutical industries, in surgery, and also as a preservative. The compound is toxic orally as a result of neuromuscular blockade.
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