Sterile Water For Injection

Composition

Water for Injection IP (sterile, pyrogen-free)

Uses of Sterile Water For Injection

Used as a sterile diluent/solvent to reconstitute or dilute medicines for parenteral administration (IM/IV) as directed; used for flushing/irrigation only when specifically labeled and instructed.

• •Sterile and pyrogen-free diluent
• •Helps reconstitute injectable antibiotics and other drugs
• •Enables accurate dosing after dilution
• •Suitable for parenteral preparation under aseptic conditions

How it works

Sterile Water for Injection is purified, sterile, nonpyrogenic water used as a vehicle for injectable medicines. It has no pharmacological action by itself; it enables safe reconstitution/dilution for injection when mixed with compatible drugs.

Directions for use

Use only for reconstitution/dilution of injectable medicines as per the drug’s label and healthcare professional instructions. Inspect for clarity and container integrity before use; do not use if cloudy/particles/leaking. Not for direct IV injection unless the final solution is made isotonic with an appropriate solute/drug as directed; use aseptic technique and discard any unused portion if single-use.

Side effects

Common side effects of Sterile Water For Injection may include:

• •Injection site irritation
• •pain
• •redness
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