PROGESTERONE CAPSULE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Product definition

This product is supplied as odorless capsules which are peach (100 mg) and pale yellow (200 mg). Health Hazards In the workplace, exposure via inhalation and skin contact may cause irritation. Eye contact with drug product can cause mechanical irritation. In men, exposure to female hormones has been associated with testicular atrophy, increased risk of prostate cancer, gynecomastia, loss of libido and potency. As a progesterone-only hormone, this material is possibly carcinogenic in humans. In therapeutic, the most common adverse effects reported include, headaches, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach or abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, hair loss, fluid retention, vaginal yeast infections. Due to the Peanut Oil component, ingestion of this product by persons with peanut allergies may cause sensitization and allergic reactions; reactions have the potential to be severe. 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 requires substantial pre- heating before ignition occurs. When involved in a fire, this product may decompose and produce irritating vapors and toxic compounds (including acrolein, carbon, iron, titanium and nitrogen oxides). Reactivity Hazards: This product is not reactive. Environmental Hazards: Release of this product to the environment may cause harm to aquatic or terrestrial organisms. Emergency Recommendations: Emergency responders must wear personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding.