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Levetiracetam

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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]

193
[Melting Point]

112 - 115
[Boiling Point]

396
[Vapor Pressure]

1.8E-6 (25 C)
[Density]

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

15.74 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

-.67
[Heat Of Vaporization]

64.6 kJ/mol
[Usage]

An anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy.
[Product Name]

Levetiracetam
[Synonyms]

(2S)-2-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)butanamide
(S)-alpha-Ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide
Etiracetam
Keppra
[CAS]

"CASEN_102767-28-2.htm">102767-28-2
[Formula]

C8H14N2O2
[Molecular Weight]

170.21
[RTECS]

UX9656166
[Merck]

12,10522
[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.