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Capecitabine

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[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Water spray. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with the skin and eyes.
[Storage]

Store in original container in a cool dark place.
[Inhalation]

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
[Skin]

Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water, provided person is conscious. Seek medical advice.
[Personal Protection]

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots & heavy rubber gloves.
[Solubility in water]

Slightly soluble
[Melting Point]

88 - 89
[Density]

1.49 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

5.41 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

.97
[Usage]

An orally-administered chemotherapeutic agent used in the treatment of metastatic breast and colorectal cancers.
[Product Name]

Capecitabine
[Synonyms]

Cytidine, 5'-deoxy-5-fluoro-N-((pentyloxy)carbonyl)-
Ro 09-1978
Ro 09-1978/000
Xeloda
[CAS]

"CASEN_154361-50-9.htm">154361-50-9
[Formula]

C15H22FN3O6
[Molecular Weight]

359.35
[RTECS]

HA3852500
[Merck]

12,10469
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep-up/absorb in suitable material, place in a container and hold for disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after pickup is complete.
[Combustion Products]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.