FORTAZ (CEFTAZIDIME SODIUM INJECTION)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H334

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

A. Hazard category/Classification

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1

Environmental hazards

Not classified. B. Warning label items including precautionary statement

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Prevention

P261 Avoid breathing mist/vapours. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 Wear respiratory protection.

Response

P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container (in accordance with related regulations). C. Other hazards not included Caution - Pharmaceutical agent. See section 11 for additional information on health hazards. in the hazard category criteria (e.g. dust explosion hazard)

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.