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Medroxyprogesterone safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Medroxyprogesterone. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.
CAS 520-85-4Formula C22H32O3

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

GHS classification

Pictograms, signal word and hazard classes of the GHS classification

GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard
Signal word
Warning

Hazard classes and categories

  • Repr. 2

Hazard statements

H codes grouped by type. Percentages show the share of classification notifications that report the statement

Health hazards

  • H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

  • P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

  • P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.

Storage

  • P405Store locked up.

Disposal

  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

Handling, storage and disposal

Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade

Storage

Sterile medroxyprogesterone acetate suspensions should be stored at 20-25 °C. The sterile injectable suspension containing medroxyprogesterone acetate in fixed combination with estradiol cypionate should be stored at 25 °C, but may be exposed to temperatures ranging from 15-30deg C. Medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets should be stored in well-closed containers at 20-25 °C.

Disposal

SRP: Expired or waste pharmaceuticals shall carefully take into consideration applicable DEA, EPA, and FDA regulations. It is not appropriate to dispose by flushing the pharmaceutical down the toilet or discarding to trash. If possible return the pharmaceutical to the manufacturer for proper disposal being careful to properly label and securely package the material. Alternatively, the waste pharmaceutical shall be labeled, securely packaged and transported by a state licensed medical waste contractor to dispose by burial in a licensed hazardous or toxic waste landfill or incinerator.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

No supplier has uploaded an SDS for Medroxyprogesterone yet. Suppliers usually send one with their quote. Request quotes

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Medroxyprogesterone safely

Is Medroxyprogesterone hazardous?

Medroxyprogesterone carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Medroxyprogesterone?

The GHS classification of Medroxyprogesterone shows 1 pictogram: GHS08 (serious health hazard).

How should Medroxyprogesterone be stored?

Sterile medroxyprogesterone acetate suspensions should be stored at 20-25 °C. The sterile injectable suspension containing medroxyprogesterone acetate in fixed combination with estradiol cypionate should be stored at 25 °C, but may be exposed to temperatures ranging from 15-30deg C. Medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets should be stored in well-closed containers at 20-25 °C.

Where can I get the SDS for Medroxyprogesterone?

Ask the supplier for the safety data sheet of the exact grade you buy. Suppliers on CompoundList can attach their SDS to listings and send it with a quote. This page is a GHS classification summary, not an SDS.

GHS classification summary, not an SDS. Always check the supplier's SDS. Last updated 7 Oct 2026. Report an error

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