coshh data sheet ______________________________________________________________________________ item: eye wash solution date of issue: 08/11/2011 presentation and appearance emergency eyewash is a sterile solution of sodium chloride ph. eur. 0.9% w/v in purified water, ph. eur. prepared to british pharmacopoeial standards. the preparation is a clear solution supplied in disposable sealed, blow moulded, semi rigid containers made from polypropylene. emergency eyewash is terminally sterilised at 121 c. for 15 minutes clear, colorless solution. according to ph.eur 3,2.2.1&2.2.2 method i, tested visually. confirmed. p h. nominal value is 5.0 - 7.0. according to ph.eur 3,2.2.3 tested via potentiometer. resulting at 5.60. dosage and administration apply solution directly to the eye contra - indications not for injection, not to be taken internally precautions do n ot use unless the product is clear, or if there is any evidence of leaking prior to breaking the seal. check for leaks by squeezing the bottle before use. keep out of reach of young children. discard any surplus. seek medical advice immediately after use side effects substantial oral ingestion may require the injection of a diuretic to remove excess sodium pharmaceutical precaution emergency eyewash should be stored at 5 c - 25 c the shelf life of the preparation is 3 years further informatio n the bottle is designed to deliver a sterile solution in any manner which the user may require. by twisting off the top the sterile contents may be applied drop by drop or in a continuous gentle stream by squeezing the bottle, a stronger jet may be del ivered by breaking off the bottle neck. rapid pouring of the sterile contents for immediate irrigation, or emergency use, may be achieved, the specially designed pouring lip ensures that contents do not touch the sides of the bottle in use. simple instruct ions on the use of the bottle are reproduced on the label 15 - 17 the garrick centre irving way london nw9 6aq
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