| [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] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 102 - 104 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 3.7E-12 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.40 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 9.42 (pKb) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -.67 | |
| [Usage] An antiviral drug used for the treatment of various herpesvirus infections, most commonly for herpes zoster (shingles). | |
| [Product Name] Famciclovir | |
| [Synonyms] 1,3-Propanediol, 2-[2-(2-amino-9H-purin-9-yl)ethyl]-, diacetate (ester) 9-[4-Acetoxy-3-(acetoxymethyl)butyl]-2-aminopurine | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_104227-87-4.htm">104227-87-4 | |
| [Formula] C14H19N5O4, | |
| [Molecular Weight] 321.33999999999997 | |
| [Merck] 12,3971 | |
| [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. |
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