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Desoximetasone

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[Flash Point]

276
[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish using Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
[Inhalation]

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
[Skin]

In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
[Eyes]

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
[Inhalation]

Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
[EC Risk Phrase]

20/21/22 36/37/38 40 43
[EC Safety Phrase]

22 26 36
[Personal Protection]

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.
[Respirators]

Government approved respirator.
[Exposure Effects]

Harmful. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Target organ(s): Pituitary. Poss
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

217
[Vapor Pressure]

2E-13 (25 C)
[pKa/pKb]

12.80 (pKa)
[Heat Of Vaporization]

92.9 kJ/mol
[Usage]

A topical steroid used to treat inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.
[Product Name]

21-Desoxybetamethasone
[Synonyms]

9-Fluoro-11b,21-dihydroxy-16a-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
[CAS]

"CASEN_382-67-2.htm">382-67-2
[Formula]

C22H29FO4
[Molecular Weight]

376.47
[EINECS]

206-845-3
[RTECS]

TU3834000
[RTECS Class]

Reproductive Effector; Hormone
[Merck]

12,2975
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

2228097
[Beilstein Reference]

6-08
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
[Stability]

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Hydrogen fluoride.