Safety Statements: A poison by intraperitoneal, subcutaneous, and intravenous routes. Moderately toxic by ingestion. Human reproductive and teratogenic effects by subcutaneous route: abnormal neonatal measurements and developmental abnormalities of the gastrointestinal system. Used to treat hypertension. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic NH3, NOx, and Br−. See also BROMIDES.