Bacteriostatic Water for Injection

What is Bacteriostatic Water for Injection?
Bacteriostatic Water for Injection is a sterile, non-pyrogenic preparation of water that contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative. It is widely used as a diluent or solvent for the reconstitution of drugs before administration by injection. Its bacteriostatic property helps prevent microbial growth, making it suitable for multiple withdrawals from the same vial.
 
Uses of Bacteriostatic Water for Injection
Reconstitution of lyophilized injections
Diluent for intramuscular or subcutaneous injections
Solvent for preparing injectable solutions before administration
Used in hospitals, clinics, and pharmaceutical preparations
Ensures safe drug delivery
 
How Does Bacteriostatic Water for Injection Work?
Bacteriostatic Water itself has no pharmacological effect. The addition of benzyl alcohol acts as a preservative, preventing bacterial growth and allowing multiple withdrawals from the same vial. It simply serves as a sterile medium to safely dissolve or dilute injectable drugs before administration.
 
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bacteriostatic Water for Injection? Bacteriostatic Water for Injection is a sterile, non-pyrogenic preparation of water for injection containing 0.9% (9 mg/ml) or 1.1% Benzyl Alcohol added as a bacteriostatic preservative. It is used as a diluent for dissolving or diluting drugs for intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
What is the difference between Sterile Water for Injection and Bacteriostatic Water? The main difference is the presence of a preservative. Sterile Water for Injection is single-dose and contains no preservatives. Bacteriostatic Water contains Benzyl Alcohol, which allows for multiple withdrawals from the same vial to dilute multiple doses of medication.
Can Bacteriostatic Water for Injection be used for neonates (newborns)? No. Bacteriostatic Water for Injection containing Benzyl Alcohol should not be used in neonates or premature infants due to the risk of toxicity (Gasping Syndrome). For these patients, preservative-free Sterile Water for Injection is required.
What packing sizes does Farbe Firma offer for Bacteriostatic Water? Farbe Firma supplies Bacteriostatic Water for Injection in multiple vial sizes, typically including 10 ml, 20 ml, and 30 ml multi-dose vials, ensuring flexibility for various clinical reconstitution needs.
Who manufactures Bacteriostatic Water for Injection in India? Farbe Firma Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of Bacteriostatic Water for Injection in India. They produce high-quality sterile diluents in WHO-GMP certified facilities and export to markets worldwide.
 
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