KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE TABLETS

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Product definition

This product consists of odorless, white tablets which are round

Health hazards

In the workplace, dusts from damaged tablets may cause irritation of contaminated skin or eye Inhalation of dusts may be harmful. Non-therapeutic ingestion may be harmful. Ingestion of large amount may be fatal due to serious gastrointestinal and/or cardiovascular system effects. In therapeutic use, the most common adverse effects reported are upset stomach and other gastric upset. Therapeutic use of Ketorolac Tromethamine can cause peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding and/or perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. These events can occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms. As a NSAID, therapeutic use of Ketorolac Tromethamine may cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, sometimes fatal. This risk may increase with duration of use. Severe anaphylactic reactions can occur in persons allergic to NSAIDs. As a NSAID, may cause harm to the fetus during pregnancy. Limited evidence of mutagenic effect, based on animal information. These effects may be possible as a result of workplace exposure. Refer to Section 11 (Toxicological Information) for additional information on adverse effects. Flammability Hazards: This product is combustible and can ignite if highly heated or if exposed to direct flame. When involved in a fire, this product may decompose and produce irritating vapors and toxic compounds (including carbon, magnesium, titanium, and nitrogen oxides). Reactivity Hazards: This product is not reactive.

Environmental hazards

The active ingredient is toxic to aquatic organism and can cause long-term harm to aquatic organisms if accidentally released. All environmental release should be avoided. Emergency Recommendations: Emergency responders must wear personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding.