General Information
Revision date
2019-01-03
Product name
Flunixin Meglumine
Product Synonyms
Flunixin n-methylglucamine
Chemical name
3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-[[2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]amino]-, compound with 1-deoxy-1-(methylamino)-D-glucitol (1:1)
CAS No.
42461-84-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Manufacturer Name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
Emergency telephone
CHEMTREC within US & 1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
RSTECH@usp.org
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (gastrointestinal tract, exposure cardiovascular system)
Environmental hazards
Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Causes serious eye damage. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs (gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular system) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dust/fume. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
If swallowed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
Additional information
Highly potent pharmacologically active material.
