Bacteriostatic Water(benz Alc)

Drug Details

Bacteriostatic water is a sterile solution used to dilute or dissolve medications for injection. It contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which acts as a preservative to inhibit bacterial growth, allowing the solution to be used multiple times over a period of up to 28 days. However, due to the potential toxicity of benzyl alcohol, bacteriostatic water should not be used in neonates, and caution is advised when administering it to pregnant women. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the medication being diluted is compatible with bacteriostatic water, as some drugs may interact adversely with benzyl alcohol.