General Information
Revision date
2021-09-14
Product name
FORTAZ (CEFTAZIDIME SODIUM INJECTION)
Product Synonyms
FORTAZ 1G/50ML * FORTAZ 2G/50ML * FORTUM 1G/50ML * FORTUM 2G/50ML * MODACIN
CAS No.
78439-06-2
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
GlaxoSmithKline Canada
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
msds@gsk.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1
Environmental hazards
Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Prevention
Avoid breathing mist/vapours. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Wear respiratory protection.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor/. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
Not available.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container (in accordance with related regulations).
2.3 Other hazards
Caution - Pharmaceutical agent. See section 11 of the SDS for additional information on health hazards.
Additional information
5 % of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute oral toxicity. 5 % of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. 5 % of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute hazards to the aquatic environment. 5 % of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown long-term hazards to the aquatic environment.
