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Terfenadine

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
[Ingestion]

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
[Inhalation]

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
[Skin]

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.
[Storage]

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
[Handling]

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.
[Skin]

Rashes, pruritus, urticaria, and alopecia have been noted but are rare.
[Personal Protection]

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
[Respirators]

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
[Exposure Effects]

Seizures and syncope have been seen in human overdose. Sedation and ataxia have not been seen in human overdose. With therapeutic use - seizures and tremor have rarely been reported in humans. Animal studies sedation and ataxia have occurred in animals receiving 80 to 500 mg/kg. Seizures and tremor occur in animals receiving 80 to 500 mg/kg. Terfenadine is not teratogenic in rats; teratogenicity was not noted in humans in a multicenter, prospective study.
[Appearance]

White to off-white crystalline powder.
[Solubility in water]

Slightly soluble
[Melting Point]

146.5-148.5
[Usage]

Medication.
[Product Name]

Terfenadine
[Synonyms]

1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-(4-(alpha-Hydroxybenzhydryl)piperidino)butan-1-ol
1-(p-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-(4'-(alpha-hydroxydiphenylmethyl)-1'-piperidyl)-butanol
Aldaban
Allerplus
[CAS]

"CASEN_50679-08-8.htm">50679-08-8
[Formula]

C32H41NO2
[Molecular Weight]

471.68
[EINECS]

256-710-8
[RTECS]

TM4969000
[RTECS Class]

Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data
[Merck]

12,9307
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

5857899
[Small spills/leaks]

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.