| Safety Statements: |
An alkaloid poison by ingestion and subcutaneous routes. In humans, toxic doses lower the body temperature, increase peristalsis, and cause death by central paralysis. Mutation data reported. Should carry a poison label. Should never be ingested without the advice of a physician. Should not be handled excessively since it may be absorbed through the skin and have a toxic effect upon the body. An antimalarial agent. When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of NOx. |
