General Information
Product name
CYTOVENE(R) Capsules (500 mg)
CAS No.
82410-32-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
- CYTOVENE(R) is an antiviral agent indicated for the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in immunocompromised patients
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Company Information
company name
Hoffmann-La Roche Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info.sds@roche.com
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Emergency Overview Form capsules Color yellow-green Hazard Overview - May cause blood system changes. - May cause cancer based on animal data. - May cause birth defects based on animal data. - may cause reproductive system effects based on animal data
Potential health effects
Exposure: Inhalation, Ingestion, Skin contact, Eye contact - Target Organs: gastrointestinal system, Hematopoietic/blood system, Male reproductive system, Female reproductive system - Acute Effects: This material has not been tested as a whole; therefore, the information described below is based on one or more of its ingredients., May cause gastrointestinal effects., Signs and symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, cramps, and loss of appetite.
Potential chronic health
May cause blood system changes., May affect bone marrow cell production. - Carcinogenicity: May cause cancer based on animal studies., formulation not listed by NTP, IARC or OSHA - Carcinogenicity: IARC Gr3 not classifiable *1 Additional Health Information - Reproductive Toxicity: May cause birth defects based on animal data. May cause reproductive system effects based on animal data. - Since this material may affect reproductive capabilities and the developing fetus, females and males planning to have a child and pregnant women should exercise caution regarding exposure. - It is also advisable for nursing mothers to exercise caution regarding exposure. *1 referring to: POVIDONE K 90
