Bacteriostatic Water and Sterile Water for Injection

Bacteriostatic Water & Sterile Water for Injection

FDA-Approved Bacteriostatic Water & Sterile Water for Injection for Safe Medication Reconstitution, Compounding, and Hospital IV Therapy

Bacteriostatic water for injection and sterile water for injection are essential, FDA-approved, pharmaceutical-grade diluents used by hospitals, pharmacies, clinics, compounding labs, and healthcare professionals worldwide. These ultra-pure solutions are the gold standard for reconstituting injectable medications, IV medication preparation, hormone therapies, peptide mixing, antibiotic dilution, wound irrigation, and safe parenteral administration for adult and pediatric patients.

Purpose

• Bacteriostatic Water: Contains a bacteriostatic agent (typically 0.9% benzyl alcohol) to inhibit bacterial growth, allowing multi-dose use for repeated withdrawals.
• Sterile Water for Injection: Pure, single-use water for injection or medication dilution with no preservatives—ideal for neonatal, pediatric, and immunocompromised patients.

Uses

• Medication Reconstitution: Mixing and diluting lyophilized drugs (peptides, hormones, antibiotics, vaccines) for IV, IM, or subcutaneous injection.
• IV Infusion & Injection Prep: Creating precise drug concentrations for intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous administration.
• Compounding Pharmacy: Base solution for custom compounding of injectables and admixtures.
• Wound Irrigation & Catheter Flushing: Ensures cleanliness during medical device cleaning and minor surgical procedures.
• Hospital, Clinic & Home Injection Protocols: Safe for healthcare and self-administered medication preparation.

Popular Brands and Types

• Hospira (Pfizer)
• Baxter
• B. Braun
• Fresenius Kabi
• ICU Medical
• Cardinal Health
• APP Pharmaceuticals
• West-Ward
• Generic Pharmacy Labels (USP Compliant)

Types & Sizes:

• Bacteriostatic Water for Injection: Multi-dose vials (usually 30 mL, sometimes 10 mL or 20 mL)
• Sterile Water for Injection: Single-dose vials/ampoules (10 mL, 20 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, and IV bags for larger volume therapy)
• Packaging: Glass or USP-grade plastic vials, ampoules; latex-free, tamper-evident seals

Active Ingredients

• Bacteriostatic Water: Sterile water + benzyl alcohol (0.9% as a preservative)
• Sterile Water: Sterile, pyrogen-free, pharmaceutical grade water (no additives/preservatives)

Precautions

• Not for Direct IV Use Alone: Never inject sterile water or bacteriostatic water without appropriate dilution of medications or electrolytes—may cause hemolysis or serious side effects.
• Bacteriostatic Water Not for Neonates: Benzyl alcohol is contraindicated for newborns and infants—use preservative-free sterile water in neonates and pediatrics.
• Single-Use for Sterile Water: Discard unused content immediately after use; do not store or reuse single-use vials.
• Check Vial Integrity: Do not use if cloudy, discolored, or if seal is damaged/leaking.
• Aseptic Technique Required: Prevent contamination by using proper sterile handling.
• Prescription Only: For use under supervision of a licensed medical professional.

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