General Information
Revision date
2019-04-15
Product name
Cefepime for Injection, USP
Chemical name
1-[[(6R,7R)-7-[2-(2-amino-4- thiazolyl)-glyoxylamido]-2-carboxy-8-oxo-5-thia-1- azabicyclo[4.2.0] oct-2-en-3-yl]methyl]-1- methylpyrrolidinium chloride, 72-(Z)-(O-methyloxime),
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Antibiotic
Manufacturer Name
Piramal Critical Care, Inc
Emergency telephone
484-895-5734
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Piramal Critical Care, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
pcccustomerconnect@piramal.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
U.S. OSHA GHS Classification: Eye Irritation (Category 2B) Sensitization – Respiratory (Category 1) Sensitization – Skin (Category 1) Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Category 2) (b) Signal Word, Hazard (c) Description of Hazards: statement(s), Symbol(s), and/or Precautionary
Hazard statements
U.S. OSHA GHS STOT- RE Causes eye May cause May cause an May cause irritation allergy or allergic skin damage to the asthma reaction gastrointestinal symptoms or system, skin, breathing blood, liver, difficulties if and kidneys inhaled through prolonged or repeated exposure
Classifications
Specific Target
Hazard categories
Eye Irritation Sensitization – Organ Respiratory Skin Toxicity, 2B 1 Repeated Exposure)
Signal word
Warning Danger Warning 2
Hazard pictograms
N/A Warning
Precautionary statements
Wear protective gloves. - Do not breathe dust. Do not breathe vapor or spray. - In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection - Wash thoroughly after handling - Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace (b) Signal Word, Hazard (c) Description of Hazards: statement(s), Symbol(s), and/or Precautionary
Response
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse - 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. Get medical attention if you feel unwell - If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: call a poison center/doctor (d) Unknown Acute Toxicity: N/A
