Product Identification

Product Name

(2S)-1-[(4R,7S,10S,13S,16S,19R)-19-amino-13-[(2S)-butan-2-yl]-10-(2-carbamoylethyl)-7-(carbamoylmethyl)-16-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6,9,12,15,18-pentaoxo-1,2-dithia-5,8,11,14,17-pentazacycloicosane-4-carbonyl]-N-[(1S)-1-(carbamoylmethylcarbamoyl)-3-methyl-butyl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxamide

Synonyms

[1-Hemicystine]-oxytocin
1-[19-amino-13-butan-2-yl-10-(2-carbamoylethyl)-7-(carbamoylmethyl)-16-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6,9,12,15,18-pentaoxo-1,2-dithia-5,8,11,14,17-pentazacycloicosane-4-carbonyl]-N-[1-(carbamoylmethylcarbamoyl)-3-methyl-butyl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxamide
3-Isoleucine-8-leucine vasopressin
Alpha-hypophamine
Endopituitrina
Syntocinone

CAS

50-56-6

Formula

C43H66N12O12S2

Molecular Weight

1007.2

EINECS

200-048-4

RTECS

RS7534000

RTECS Class

Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Hormone

Merck

12,7114

Beilstein/Gmelin

3586108

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic odor.

Usage

Medication. To precipitate and accelerate normal parturition and uterine involution. To enhance milk letdown. Pain relief.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Wash mouth out with water. Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Remove from further exposure. If unconsciousness occurs, seek immediate medical attention. If breathing has stopped, use mouth to mouth resuscitation.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician should examine the area if irritation or pain persists.

Eyes

Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store below 25 C. Containers should always be kept closed in storage and properly labelled. Store only in original containers.

Handling

as sand, sawdust and soil. Treat spill area with plenty of water.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Ausea and vomiting are commonly reported adverse effects.

Skin

Flushing may occur.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Avoid eye and skin contact. Wear eye protection (face visor or goggles) if accidental eye contact can occur.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Use dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide (carbon dioxide) or water spray as extinguishing agent.

Fire Potential

Non-flammable.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

For large spills, dam and recover. Collect with absorbent material such

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Stability

No data.