EPHEDRINE SULFATE

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: White microcrystalline powder. Odorless. Central nervous system stimulant.

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Water soluble.

Flash point data for this chemical are not available; however, it is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)

SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound may include nervousness, headache, sweating, nausea and vomiting. Contact dermatitis may occur. Other symptoms include an increase in pulse rate and an increase in blood pressure. Exposure may cause irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract, central nervous system effects, peripheral nervous system effects, loss of appetite, tremors and, in severe cases, convulsions, coma and death. Sleeplessness, restlessness and urinary retention may occur. This compound may cause excitation, insomnia, palpitation, tachycardia, precordial pain, cardiac arrhythmias, vertigo, dryness of the nose and throat, warmth, vesical sphincter spasm and urinary hesitation. It may also cause anxiety, extrasystoles, confusion and delirium. Other symptoms include chills, cyanosis, irritability, fever, suicidal behavior, mania, dilated pupils, blurred vision, opisthotonos, spasms, pulmonary edema, gasping respiration, respiratory failure and anuria. Exposure can lead to giddiness, thirst, difficulty in micturition, muscular weakness, hypertension and ventricular arrhythmias. Overexposure can cause paranoid psychoses, delusions and hallucinations. Mydriasis may occur.

ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: This compound may cause irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. It may be harmful if swallowed. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of sulfuric acid, nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. (NTP, 1992)

Aqueous solution are slightly acidic. This chemical is incompatible with strong oxidizers. (NTP, 1992)

• Alcohols and Polyols
• Hydrocarbons, Aromatic
• Salts, Acidic

Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been known to react with the absorbent listed below.

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents

No information available.

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. A water spray may also be used. (NTP, 1992)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should protect this material from exposure to light, and store it in a refrigerator. (NTP, 1992)

RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. (NTP, 1992)

No information available.

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

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• (-)-EPHEDRINE SULFATE
• EPHEDRINE, SULFATE (2:1) (SALT), (-)-
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