Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Acyclovir Sodium Injection

Name: Acyclovir Sodium Injection
Brand: Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

by Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Acyclovir Sodium Injection is supplied by Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 1 June 2015. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 01 Jun 2015
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: —
CAS Number: 59277-89-3,7732-18-5

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS05Corrosive

GHS08Health hazard

GHS07Harmful / irritant

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H362: May cause harm to breast-fed children.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Acyclovir Sodium Injection issued by Fresenius Kabi Usa, Llc on 1 June 2015 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H318: Causes serious eye damage

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

5 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H362: May cause harm to breast-fed children

P203:  Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use

P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P263: Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing

P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

P308:  IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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