General Information
Revision date
2014-06-02
Product name
Acyclovir Sodium Injection
Product Synonyms
9-[(2-Hydroxyethoxy)methyl]guanine;2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-(2-hydroxyethoxy methyl)-6H-purin-6-one
CAS No.
59277-89-3
Manufacturer Name
Hospira, Inc
Emergency telephone
North America 800-424-9300;
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Company Information
company name
Hospira, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Emergency Overview Acyclovir Sodium Injection is a solution containing acyclovir, a synthetic guanine nucleoside. Clinically, it is an anti-viral drug used to treat mucosal or cutaneous herpes simplex (HSV-1 and HSV-2), herpes zoster (shingles), and varicella-zoster (chickenpox) infections. In the workplace, this material should be considered potentially irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. Based on clinical use, possible target organs include the central nervous system and kidneys. U.S. OSHA GHS Classification
Hazard categories
Not Classified STOT – RE 2
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposures
Prevention
Do not breathe vapor or spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response
Get medical attention if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical attention. 1
