Special Formula 17900-Forte

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 1A

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. May damage the unborn child.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing mist or vapour. 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 INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. 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

May cause effects similar to those generally seen in clinical use of antibiotics including gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, transient diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain. Individuals who are allergic to penicillin antibiotics might exhibit allergic reactions, possibly severe. Common adverse reactions associated with the clinial use of streptomycin include vestibular ototoxicity (nausea, vomiting, and vertigo); parasthesia of face; rash; fever; urticaria; angioneurotic edema; and eosinophilia. Streptomycin can cause fetal harm (ototoxicity) when administered to a pregnant woman. Clinical use may cause Stevens Johnson Syndrome (epidermal necrosis and exfoliative dermatitis).