FDA-APPROVED FOR A SPECIFIC USE
What is Bacteriostatic Water?
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which acts as a preservative that inhibits bacterial growth. This allows it to be used as a multi-dose diluent, unlike standard sterile water which must be used once and discarded.
Areas of Research Interest
- Reconstitution and stability studies for research compounds
- Sterility and preservation research
- Multi-dose formulation studies
- Compatibility research with various peptide compounds
Regulatory Status
Bacteriostatic water is FDA-regulated as a pharmaceutical diluent. It is used for reconstituting research compounds and requires careful handling; it should not be used for reconstituting products intended for newborns due to the benzyl alcohol content.
Educational information only. This content is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and does not provide guidance on personal use, dosing, or administration. Consult qualified professionals and current regulatory sources for guidance specific to your situation.