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Nystatin safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Nystatin. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.
Formula C47H75NO17

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

GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard
Signal word
Danger

Hazard classes and categories

  • Acute Tox. 1/2 (oral)
  • STOT SE 3 (respiratory irritation)
  • STOT RE 1

Hazard statements

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

Health hazards

  • H300Fatal if swallowed.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.

Storage

  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • 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

Nystatin oral suspension and tablets should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers at room temperature (eg, 15-30 °C), exposure of the tablets to temperatures exceeding 40 °C and freezing of the oral suspension should be avoided. Nystatin powder should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers and refrigerated at 2-8 °C. Most nystatin preparations for topical application to the skin should be stored at 15-30 °C and protected from freezing. Mycostatin® vaginal tablets should be stored at 2-15 °C. Nystatin lozenges for oral topical administration should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers and refrigerated at 2-8 °C.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

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

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Nystatin safely

Is Nystatin hazardous?

Nystatin carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: fatal if swallowed, may cause respiratory irritation, causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Nystatin?

The GHS classification of Nystatin shows 3 pictograms: GHS06 (acute toxicity (severe)), GHS07 (harmful or irritant), GHS08 (serious health hazard).

How should Nystatin be stored?

Nystatin oral suspension and tablets should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers at room temperature (eg, 15-30 °C), exposure of the tablets to temperatures exceeding 40 °C and freezing of the oral suspension should be avoided. Nystatin powder should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers and refrigerated at 2-8 °C. Most nystatin preparations for topical application to the skin…

Where can I get the SDS for Nystatin?

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.

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