Bacteriostatic Water
Bacteriostatic Water for Injection is a sterile, non-pyrogenic aqueous solution containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative. In laboratory and controlled research environments, it is utilized as a diluent or reconstitution medium for lyophilized compounds and injectable research materials under sterile handling conditions. The presence of benzyl alcohol inhibits microbial growth within the solution, allowing multi-dose use in defined experimental settings when handled according to aseptic technique.
In structured laboratory applications, Bacteriostatic Water is evaluated for sterility assurance parameters, preservative efficacy, endotoxin limits, particulate matter compliance, and physicochemical stability under controlled storage conditions. Additional quality assessments may include pH verification, osmolarity measurements, and preservative concentration validation to ensure consistency across research batches.
- United States Pharmacopeia (USP) - Sterile Water for Injection Monograph
- FDA Guidance for Industry: Sterile Drug Products Produced by Aseptic Processing
- European Pharmacopoeia - Water for Injections Monograph
Product Details
- Size 3ml
- Category Supplies
- SKU MIT-54