Ceftriaxone for Injection, USP

Signal word

DANGER. GHS Class: Serious Eye Damage. Category 1. Skin corrosion. Category 1. Respiratory sensitisation. Category 1. Skin Sensitization. Category 1.

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye damage. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary statements

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see ... on this label). If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with Local, State, Federal and Provincial regulations. Emergency Overview: This product is intended for therapeutic use only when prescribed by a physician. Potential adverse reactions from prescribed doses and overdoses are described in the package insert.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation Ingestion Eye contact Skin Absorption. Injection.

Potential health effects

Eye: Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Signs/Symptoms: Potential adverse reactions from prescribed doses and overdoses are described in the package insert. Possible adverse reactions include: hypersensitivity (rash, pruritus, fever, chills), hematologic (eosinophilia, thrombocytosis, leukopenia), gastrointestinal (diarrhea), elevated liver function tests, elevated BUN, central nervous system (headache, dizziness), genitourinary (moniliasis, vaginitis), diaphoresis, and flushing. Occupational exposure has not been fully investigated. Aggravation of Pre-Existing Previous allergic reaction to penicillins, penicillin derivatives, penicillamine, or cephalosporins. History of Conditions: bleeding disorders, gastrointestinal disease, hepatic and renal function impairment.