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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Foscavir 24mg/Ml Solution For Infusion

by AstraZeneca

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

Foscavir 24mg/Ml Solution For Infusion is supplied by AstraZeneca. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under CHIP, 67/548/EEC regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 5 June 2014. 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: CHIP, 67/548/EEC
Revision Date: 05 Jun 2014
Signal Word: WARNING
Product Code: —
CAS Number: 34156-56-4

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: WARNING

Harmful

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

+VIALS: See full Safety Data Sheet for the hazard statement wording.
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
H315: Causes skin irritation.

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 Foscavir 24mg/Ml Solution For Infusion issued by Astrazeneca on 5 June 2014 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 three levels: High, Medium and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H312: Harmful in contact with skin

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

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

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

P322 Specific measures (see …on this label)

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Rating Before Controls

MEDIUM RISK

H302: Harmful if swallowed

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

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

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P330 Rinse mouth

P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwel

Rating Before Controls

LOW RISK

H315: Causes skin irritation

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

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

P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water

P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label)

P332 + P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs: 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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