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Somulose Solution for Injection:  Contra-indications, warnings, etc
 
 
Somulose Solution for Injection
Contra-indications, warnings, etc
Somulose must not be used for anaesthesia, it is non-sterile.
Operator warnings: This is a potent drug which is highly toxic in man. Extreme care should be taken to avoid accidental self-administration.
Use an intravenous catheter instead of a needle whenever possible.
Due to rapid onset of Secobarbitone effect if accidentally self-administered, this product should only be administered in the presence of an assistant/other individual.
Wear suitable protective gloves when handling the product.
Wash off splashes from skin and eyes immediately.
In the event of accidental self-administration, by injection or skin absorption, seek urgent medical assistance advising medical service of barbiturate and local anaesthetic poisoning and show the label.
Advice to doctor: Do not leave patient unattended. Maintain airways and give symptomatic and supportive treatment.
Cinchocaine can cause hypersensitivity following skin contact. Hypersensitivity to Cinchocaine may lead to contact dermatitis, which can become severe. Do not handle this product if you know you are sensitised, or if you have been advised not to work with such preparations.
Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure, taking all recommended precautions.
If you develop symptoms following exposure, such as skin rash, you should seek medical advice and show the doctor this warning. Swelling of the face, lips or eyes, or difficulty breathing may occur, although these have not been reported and are more serious symptoms that require urgent medical attention.
Wash hands after use.
General precautions: For animal treatment only.
Withdrawal period: Not to be used in animals intended for human or animal consumption. Treated animals may never be slaughtered for human or animal consumption. Horses must have been declared as not intended for human consumption under national horse passport legislation.
           
 
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  Date updated: 5 August 2008