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Ketoconazole

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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. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Ingestion]

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause thryoid effects. May cause liver damage.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause liver damage. May cause thyroid abnormalities. Human fatalities have been reported from acute poisoning.
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Exposure Effects]

Chronic exposure may cause liver damage. Chronic exposure may cause thyroid damage: thyroid enlargement, decrease in metabolic rate, and hypothyroidism. Reproductive effects have been reported in humans.
[Appearance]

White powder.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

146
[pKa/pKb]

7.46 (pKb)
[Usage]

Antifungal, antineoplastic, antiadrenal.
[Product Name]

cis-1-Acetyl-4-(4-((2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methoxy)phenyl)piperazine
[Synonyms]

1-[4-[4-[[(2R,4S)-2-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy]phenyl]piperazin-1-yl]ethanone
Fungoral
Nizoral
Nizral
Piperazine, 1-acetyl-4-[4-[[(2R,4S)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy]phenyl]-, rel-
R 41400
[CAS]

"CASEN_65277-42-1.htm">65277-42-1
[Formula]

C26H28Cl2N4O4
[Molecular Weight]

531.44000000000005
[EINECS]

265-667-4
[RTECS]

TK7912300
[RTECS Class]

Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data
[Merck]

12,5313
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

4303081
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
[Incompatibilities]

Oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
[Decomposition]

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.