NEO-SULFALYTE BOLUS

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Reproductive toxicity (the unborn child) Category 2

Environmental hazards

Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.

Additional information

Individuals sensitive to this material or other materials in its chemical class may develop allergic reactions. As in all sulfonamide therapy, the following reactions may occur including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, inflammation of the liver and pancreas, blood disorder, drug fever, skin rash, infection of the conjunctiva and sclera, blood in the urine and crystalluria. Clinical use of this drug has caused kidney dysfunction, impaired hearing.