Opticide-fc: [portable]

Opticide-fc: [portable]

"Opticide-FC" is a commercial brand of the anthelmintic medication praziquantel, produced by Medicpharma Co., Ltd. in Thailand. It is primarily used in veterinary medicine to treat parasitic infections, specifically liver flukes and various tapeworms.

Opticide-FC: Technical Summary & Hazard Brief

Product Code: OFC-7.2
Classification: Broad-Spectrum Optic Neurolytic Agent / Industrial Solvent (Restricted)
Appearance: Colorless, super-cooled liquid with a refractive index near 1.000 (invisible in most fluid media).
Odor: None. Warning agent (bittering agent) added for industrial use. opticide-fc

Spill Management

  • Small spill: Absorb with inert material (sand, vermiculite) and dispose as hazardous waste.
  • Large spill: Dike to prevent environmental release. Neutralize with a 5% sodium bicarbonate solution before cleanup.

Efficacy: It is highly effective against various trematodes (flukes) and is also used off-label for certain tapeworm infections. "Opticide-FC" is a commercial brand of the anthelmintic

  • Eye Contact: Causes severe corneal burns. Requires PPE: Chemical splash goggles (not just safety glasses).
  • Skin Contact: Prolonged exposure causes whitening (oxidative burn) and irritation. Required: Nitrile gloves (latex and vinyl degrade rapidly against peroxides). Glove thickness: 8 mil or greater.
  • Inhalation: Misting can cause respiratory tract irritation. Use in ventilated areas or with a NIOSH-approved N95 mask if fogging.
  • Storage: Store in original HDPE containers away from heat (below 30°C/86°F). Keep away from organic materials, acids, or reducing agents—incompatible with formalin and quaternary ammonia.
  • First Aid: If splashed, rinse with water for 15 minutes. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting (oxygen gas expansion can cause gastric rupture); drink water and seek medical attention.

The formula typically utilizes a combination of isopropanol and quaternary ammonium compounds (quats). This synergistic blend works by: Small spill: Absorb with inert material (sand, vermiculite)