Consideration should be given to handling and disposal according to guidelines issued for cytotoxic drugs. There is no general agreement that all of the procedures recommended in the guidelines are necessary or appropriate. The use of latex gloves and safety glasses is recommended to avoid exposure in case of breakage of the vial or other accidental spillage. Avoid exposure by inhalation or by direct contact of the skin or mucous membranes. The pH range for the final product is 7.2-8.2.
Federal law prohibits dispensing without prescription.
Rai K.R. et al. Recommendations of the National Cancer Institute-Sponsored Working Group. Recommendations for the Safe Handling of Parenteral Antineoplastic Drugs. NIH Publication No. 83-2621. For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.