BACTERIOSTATIC WATER — Sterile Water with 0.9% Benzyl Alcohol

Laboratory Research | Pharmaceutical Formulation | Scientific Applications

Product Overview

Bacteriostatic Water is a sterile water preparation containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol (9 mg/mL) as an antimicrobial preservative.

Benzyl alcohol helps inhibit bacterial growth following initial container entry, making bacteriostatic water suitable for certain pharmaceutical and laboratory applications where repeated withdrawals may be required.

Unlike preservative-free sterile water, bacteriostatic water contains an antimicrobial agent. However, it does not eliminate all microorganisms and must not be considered a substitute for proper aseptic handling.

Key Characteristics

• Sterile Preparation: Manufactured to meet applicable sterility requirements.

• 0.9% Benzyl Alcohol: Contains an antimicrobial preservative that helps inhibit bacterial proliferation.

• Multiple-Withdrawal Applications: Certain approved pharmaceutical formulations are designed for repeated withdrawals under appropriate aseptic conditions.

• Formulation Research: Used in compatible pharmaceutical preparation and laboratory research.

• Quality & Stability: Appropriate use depends on verified product quality, container integrity, and manufacturer specifications.

Scientific & Laboratory Applications

Bacteriostatic water may be used in research involving:

• Pharmaceutical formulation development

• Laboratory preparation of compatible compounds

• Solubility and stability investigations

• Experimental solution preparation

• Studies of antimicrobial preservatives

Compatibility must be established for each specific substance and intended application. Bacteriostatic water is not a universal solvent for all peptides, proteins, or pharmaceutical compounds.

Safety & Handling Considerations

Bacteriostatic water containing benzyl alcohol requires appropriate handling and adherence to the manufacturer's instructions.

• Not suitable for neonatal use because benzyl alcohol can cause serious toxicity in newborns.

• Not appropriate for all administration routes or pharmaceutical formulations.

• Preservative content does not guarantee protection against contamination.

• Storage conditions and permissible use after initial entry depend on the authorized product's labeling.

• Laboratory-grade preparations must not be assumed suitable for clinical administration.

Research Use Only

FOR SCIENTIFIC AND LABORATORY RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY — WHEN SUPPLIED AS A RESEARCH-GRADE PRODUCT.

Intended for qualified professionals conducting legitimate scientific investigations.

Research-grade bacteriostatic water is not intended for human or veterinary injection, self-administration, or unauthorized pharmaceutical preparation.

Research-use labeling does not establish pharmaceutical sterility, injectable quality, or regulatory approval.

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