2-Ethyl-2-phenylglutarimide(77-21-4)

Product Name
2-Ethyl-2-phenylglutarimide

Synonyms
2-Ethyl-2-phenylglutarimide
3-Ethyl-3-phenyl-2,6-diketopiperidine
Alfimid
Doriden
Doriden Sed
Elrodorm

CAS
77-21-4

Formula
C13H15NO2

Molecular Weight
217.27

EINECS
201-012-0

RTECS
MA4725000

RTECS Class
Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data

Merck
12,4485

Beilstein/Gmelin
84988

Beilstein Reference
5-21-11-00234

Appearance
White crystalline powder.

Melting Point
103 - 104

pKa/pKb
11.36 (pKa)

Usage
Medication.

Ingestion
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes
If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.

Storage
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling
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.

Inhalation
Pulmonary edema, respiratory depression and arrest may occur.

Personal Protection
Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

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

Exposure Effects
Truncal ataxia has been reported in acute intoxication in children. Ataxia, lethargy, cerebral edema, sudden apnea, tonic muscle spasms, hyperreflexia, intracranial hemorrhage, and absence of deep tendon reflexes, corneal reflexes, pupillary response, and gag reflex have been noted. Variations in coma do not correlate with plasma glutethimide concentrations. An isoelectric eeg may occur.

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Small spills/leaks
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability
No data.

Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.