General Information
Revision date
2016-08-15
Product name
Leucovorin Calcium for Injection
Chemical name
L-Glutamic acid, N-[4-[[(2-amino-5-formyl-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-4-oxo-6-pteridinyl)- methyl]amino]benzoyl]-,calcium salt (1:1)
CAS No.
1492-18-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Methotrexate rescue, antidote for folic acid antagonists, antianemic
supplier name
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp
Emergency telephone
U.S. 1-800-424-9300 International +1-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H317, H319, H334, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation. H315 - Causes skin irritation. H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction. H335 - May cause respiratory irritation. This is a pharmaceutical product designed to be prescribed by a licensed health care professional. Should any person while using this product observe any adverse health effects, they should seek medical treatment.
Prevention
P280 - Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. P284 - Wear respiratory protection. P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P261 - Avoid breathing dust. P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P272 (OSHA) - Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
P304 + P341 (OSHA) + P312 - IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or physician. P302 + P352 + P363 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention. P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention.
Storage
P405 - Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
None known.
