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CEFOTAXIME DIRECT
8 Calle Trinidad, Competa, Malaga, 29754, Spain [email protected] www.cefotaxime.net Tel. ++44 (0)208 123 1588 Fax. ++44 (0)870 706 4958 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Description: Cefotaxime monosodium salt
Identity (As Used on Label and List): Cefotaxime

Section I Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information

regulations apply. Harmful; may cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. Wear suitable protective clothing. Cefotaxime sodium salt, Sodium 7-(2-(2-amino- 4-thiazolyl)-2-methoxyiminoacetamido) cephalosporanate, Claforan, CTX
Section II Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (Method Used)
NA Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol foam, or other appropriate form for extinguishing the material supporting the fire. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Emits irritant fumes under fire conditions.
Section III Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Appearance and Odour
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Section IV Reactivity Data

Prolonged exposure to moisture, air and Strong oxidizing agents. Nitrogen oxides (NOx)/ammonia/CN- , Sulphur
Section V Health Hazard & First Aid Information


Potential health effects and symptoms of exposure
EYES
May cause eye irritation/sensitization May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Toxic. Ingestion of very large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Cephalosporins and penicillins have similar chemical structures. Because of this, it is believed that those individuals who are allergic to one class of compounds may show an increased risk of cross-allergenicity when a member of the other class is encountered. Cephalosporins and penicillins have similar chemical structures. Because of this, it is believed that those individuals who are allergic to one class of compounds may show an increased risk of cross-allergenicity when a member of the other class is encountered. Emergency & First Aid Procedures
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention. (Show label whenever possible). Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately rinse skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention. (Show label whenever possible). DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention. (Show label whenever possible). www.cefotaxime.net [email protected]
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Section VI Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

OCCUPATIONAL SPILLS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. Absorb on
sand or vermiculite. Sweep up and place in suitable container for reclamation or disposal.
Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after pickup is completed.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Dissolve or mix with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Do not rinse solid or solution into normal drainage systems. Observe all
federal, state, and local regulations for waste disposal.

Section VII Guidelines for Safe Handling

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
Mechanical (General): Required for Penicillin G Chemical resistant gloves. As recommended by internal safety committee. Safety shower and eye bath. Use good laboratory precautions and practices. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

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the best information available to date. We make no warranty or assume liability from
its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information.
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