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Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection 10 mL Multiple-Dose 25/pack by Hospira Pfizer (Rx)

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Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection 10 mL Multiple-Dose 25/pack by Hospira Pfizer (Rx)
Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection 10 mL Multiple-Dose 25/pack by Hospira Pfizer (Rx)
$ 115.00 $ 97.00
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Description

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection is used as a diluent or solvent for medications intended for injection. It contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative, which inhibits bacterial growth, allowing it to be used in multi-dose vials. This solution is primarily used to reconstitute or dilute drugs for intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection. By ensuring the sterility and efficacy of the medications, it supports safe and effective administration in various clinical settings.

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection is a sterile solution used for diluting or dissolving medications for injection. This formulation contains sodium chloride and is preserved with benzyl alcohol, allowing it to be used for multiple withdrawals. It is intended for use where a sterile diluent or solvent is required while preparing pharmaceutical drugs. This product by Pfizer Injectables is packaged in 10 mL vials, with 25 vials per pack.

Details and Features

Active Ingredient: Sodium Chloride 0.9%
Preservative: Benzyl alcohol (to ensure bacteriostatic properties)
Volume: 10 mL per vial
Packaging: 25 vials per pack
Formulation: Sterile solution for injection, multi-dose usage enabled by bacteriostatic agent
Usage: Intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous administration as a diluent or solvent for injectable medications
Manufacturer: Pfizer Injectables

Mechanism of Action

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride functions primarily as a diluent. Its saline composition maintains isotonic conditions, akin to the natural mineral composition of bodily fluids, making it suitable for mixing with medications intended for injection. Bacteriostatic action due to benzyl alcohol prevents bacterial growth, allowing for multiple uses from a single vial.

Warnings

  • Use in Pediatric Patients: Avoid use in neonates due to the potential for benzyl alcohol toxicity, which can cause "gasping syndrome."
  • Allergic Reactions: Potential for hypersensitivity to benzyl alcohol or sodium chloride.
  • Administration: For diluent use only; improper preparation or injection techniques can result in adverse effects.
  • Inappropriate use: Not intended for direct massive intravenous infusion without an appropriately mixed drug.

Side Effects

When used correctly as a diluent, side effects are typically related to the drugs it is mixed with rather than the sodium chloride solution. However, potential adverse effects include:

  • Local irritation at the injection site, typically mild
  • Potential allergic reactions due to benzyl alcohol, although these are rare

Administration and Monitoring

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride should be administered by healthcare professionals acquainted with compounding medications for injection. It's essential always to use aseptic technique to maintain sterility. Be mindful of compatibility and stability of medications when mixed with this diluent. Monitor patients for any signs of hypersensitivity or interaction with the mixed medication, and ensure proper dosages and preparations, especially when preparing intravenous solutions.

Description

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection is used as a diluent or solvent for medications intended for injection. It contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative, which inhibits bacterial growth, allowing it to be used in multi-dose vials. This solution is primarily used to reconstitute or dilute drugs for intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection. By ensuring the sterility and efficacy of the medications, it supports safe and effective administration in various clinical settings.

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection is a sterile solution used for diluting or dissolving medications for injection. This formulation contains sodium chloride and is preserved with benzyl alcohol, allowing it to be used for multiple withdrawals. It is intended for use where a sterile diluent or solvent is required while preparing pharmaceutical drugs. This product by Pfizer Injectables is packaged in 10 mL vials, with 25 vials per pack.

Details and Features

Active Ingredient: Sodium Chloride 0.9%
Preservative: Benzyl alcohol (to ensure bacteriostatic properties)
Volume: 10 mL per vial
Packaging: 25 vials per pack
Formulation: Sterile solution for injection, multi-dose usage enabled by bacteriostatic agent
Usage: Intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous administration as a diluent or solvent for injectable medications
Manufacturer: Pfizer Injectables

Mechanism of Action

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride functions primarily as a diluent. Its saline composition maintains isotonic conditions, akin to the natural mineral composition of bodily fluids, making it suitable for mixing with medications intended for injection. Bacteriostatic action due to benzyl alcohol prevents bacterial growth, allowing for multiple uses from a single vial.

Warnings

  • Use in Pediatric Patients: Avoid use in neonates due to the potential for benzyl alcohol toxicity, which can cause "gasping syndrome."
  • Allergic Reactions: Potential for hypersensitivity to benzyl alcohol or sodium chloride.
  • Administration: For diluent use only; improper preparation or injection techniques can result in adverse effects.
  • Inappropriate use: Not intended for direct massive intravenous infusion without an appropriately mixed drug.

Side Effects

When used correctly as a diluent, side effects are typically related to the drugs it is mixed with rather than the sodium chloride solution. However, potential adverse effects include:

  • Local irritation at the injection site, typically mild
  • Potential allergic reactions due to benzyl alcohol, although these are rare

Administration and Monitoring

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride should be administered by healthcare professionals acquainted with compounding medications for injection. It's essential always to use aseptic technique to maintain sterility. Be mindful of compatibility and stability of medications when mixed with this diluent. Monitor patients for any signs of hypersensitivity or interaction with the mixed medication, and ensure proper dosages and preparations, especially when preparing intravenous solutions.

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