Sterile Water for Injection:

Hospira/Pfizer Bacteriostatic Water is an important component in healthcare, widely used as a diluent or solvent for medications that need to be safely administered through injection. This sterile solution contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which acts as a bacteriostatic that inhibits bacterial growth. Its unique formulation allows it to be used multiple times, making it a practical choice for healthcare professionals. This water product is not associated with any water company. Let's delve deeper into what bacteriostatic water is and how it is utilized in medical settings.

What is Bacteriostatic Water?

Bacteriostatic water is a specialized solution designed for medical applications. The addition of benzyl alcohol differentiates it from standard sterile water, providing extended usability for diluting medications. While sterile water is suitable for single-use, bacteriostatic water can be utilized for up to 28 days after opening, thanks to its ability to resist microbial growth. It is also commonly called bac water.

The Medical Uses of Hospira/Pfizer Bacteriostatic Water

Hospira Bacteriostatic Water serves a variety of critical functions in the medical field, particularly in administering injectable medications. Its antibacterial properties make it an ideal choice for preparing and diluting substances that require multiple doses over time.

Common Applications

Some common medical applications of Hospira Bacteriostatic Water include:

• Mixing with medications for intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) injections.
• Dissolving powdered medications before administration.
• Reconstituting medications that require multiple doses.
• Serving as a diluent for vaccines and insulin preparations.

• Sterile Solution
•  For Intramuscular (IM), Intravenous(IV), Intratracheal (IT), or Subcutaneous (SC) use
• Sympathomimetic
• Preservative Free

Sterile Water for Injection USP is a clear, colorless, odorless liquid. It is sterile, hypotonic, nonpyrogenic, and contains no bacteriostatic or antimicrobial agents. It is a diluent or solvent suitable for intravascular injection after first being made approximately isotonic by adding a suitable solute.

Sterile Water for Injection USP is also used as a diluent. As such, it contributes to hydration when provided in parenteral drug and fluid therapy, after introducing suitable additives and/or mixture with suitable solutes to approximate isotonicity.

Not made with natural rubber latex, PVC, or DEHP.

• Single dose poly ampoule with Luer Lock for easy dispensing
• Sterile
• Preservative Free
• Contains no antimicrobial or other added substance
• Quantity: 20 per Pack

Teligent Sterile Water for Injection Specifications

Sterile Water for Injection USP is a clear, colorless, nonpyrogenic solution used as a diluent or solvent for preparing parenteral medications. It contains no bacteriostatic or antimicrobial agents and is intended for use after being made approximately isotonic with appropriate additives.

Key Features:

• Sterile, hypotonic, nonpyrogenic solution

• Used as a diluent or solvent for injectable medications

• Suitable for parenteral drug preparation

• Latex-free, PVC-free, and DEHP-free

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Baxter's 1000mL Sterile Water for Injection USP (JB0304) is a safe and convenient solution for medical practices. This formulation follows the USP standards and has been tested to ensure safety and effectiveness. Ideal for diluting healthcare facilities.