Fate of dissolved pharmaceutically active compounds (PhACs) in irrigation water in rice paddy: Implications to human and soil health

Key Points

• Dissolved pharmaceutical compounds are present in irrigation water, impacting soil and human health.
• The study identifies critical pathways of these compounds affecting the rice paddy ecosystem.
• Data were collected from multiple rice paddy fields to analyze contamination levels in irrigation water.
• Results highlight the need for better management strategies to mitigate health risks linked to agricultural practices.