Sterile multi-dose diluent · 24 available for pickup
Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP - 30 mL
Sterile, nonpyrogenic Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP in a 30 mL multi-dose vial. Contains benzyl alcohol preservative and is commonly used to dilute or reconstitute injectable medications in clinic or home settings, following medication instructions and pharmacist or prescriber guidance.
Product details
- Brand
- Pfizer
- MPN
- WIN 397713
- Format
- Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP
- Volume
- 30 mL
- Preservative
- Benzyl alcohol (0.9% [9 mg/mL] or 1.1% [11 mg/mL], depending on lot)
- Appearance
- Clear, colorless solution
- Container
- Multi-dose plastic vial
- Administration routes
- For medications given by intramuscular, intravenous, or subcutaneous routes
- Typical pH
- 5.7 (range 4.5 to 7.0)
- Storage
- Store at 20 to 25 C
- Material notes
- DEHP-free and latex-free
- Condition
- New
Purchase requirements
- Current inventory: 24 vials available for in-store pickup (while supplies last).
- Available at the pharmacy counter for in-store pickup.
- Pharmacist guidance is available if you want help reviewing reconstitution directions.
- No shipping or delivery.
Bacteriostatic water in Chilliwack, BC
Looking for Bacteriostatic Water for Injection in Chilliwack, BC? We currently have 24 vials available for local pickup.
Many customers use this as a reconstitution diluent at home. Our pharmacy team can review medication directions, sterile handling basics, and storage questions before pickup.
Visit us at 9136 Young Road, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4R4 for in-store pickup and pharmacist support.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy this online?
No. This product is available for in-store pickup only.
What is bacteriostatic water used for?
It is used as a diluent to dissolve or reconstitute medications before injection, according to the medication instructions.
Can I reconstitute medication at home?
Many patients do this at home. Follow your medication instructions and ask our pharmacist if you want a quick review before use.
Can this be injected on its own?
No. This is intended as a diluent or solvent for medications and not for standalone intravenous use without additives.
Does this contain a preservative?
Yes. It contains benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative; preservative-containing products should not be used in newborn infants under 1 month of age.
How should this be stored?
Store at 20 to 25 C and protect from freezing.
Is this the same as preservative-free sterile water?
No. Bacteriostatic water contains preservative. Ask our pharmacist if you need help choosing between bacteriostatic and preservative-free options.
