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Sterile Water for Injection, USP is water for injection sterilized and packaged in single dose vials. It contains no antimicrobial agents or other preservatives. It is used as a diluent. Non-pyrogenic.

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Sterile Water Manufacturers

Remedyrepack Inc.

Sterile Water | Remedyrepack Inc.

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

No Recall
Tya Pharmaceuticals

Sterile Water | Universal

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.

Sterile Water | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.

The volume of the preparation to be used for diluting or dissolving any drug for injection, is dependent on the vehicle concentration, dose and route of administration as recommended by the manufacturer of the drug and be administered.

Use aseptic technique for entry and withdrawal from container.

This parenteral should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. See PRECAUTIONS.

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General Injectables & Vaccines, Inc

Sterile Water | General Injectables & Vaccines, Inc

The volume of the preparation to be used for diluting or dissolving any drug for injection is dependent on the vehicle concentration, dose and route of administration as recommended by the manufacturer of the drug to be administered.

These parenterals should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. See PRECAUTIONS.

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Mwi/vetone

Sterile Water | Mwi/vetone

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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General Injectables & Vaccines, Inc

Sterile Water | General Injectables & Vaccines, Inc

The volume of the preparation to be used for diluting or dissolving any drug for injection is dependent on the vehicle concentration, dose and route of administration as recommended by the manufacturer.

This parenteral should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Hospira, Inc.

Following suitable admixture of prescribed additive, the dose is usually dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient.

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Rxv Products

Sterile Water | Rxv Products

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Rxv Products

Sterile Water | Rxv Products

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Reckitt Benckiser Llc

do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) do not take more than 12 caplets in any 24-hour period adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 caplets every 4 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

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B. Braun Medical Inc.

Sterile Water | B. Braun Medical Inc.

Irrigation
Use as directed by physician.

This drug product should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
Nutrient Mixtures
Sterile Water for Irrigation USP may be used to prepare non-intravenously administered nutrient mixtures. It contains no electrolytes or other added substances. Refer to preparation instructions of particular mixture to be used. The plastic container may be used for administration of non-intravenous nutrient mixture to the patient as appropriate.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Hospira, Inc.

Following suitable admixture of prescribed additive, the dose is usually dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient.

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A-s Medication Solutions Llc

Sterile Water | A-s Medication Solutions Llc

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Hospira, Inc.

The volume of the preparation to be used for diluting or dissolving any drug for injection is dependent on the vehicle concentration, dose and route of administration as recommended by the manufacturer of the drug to be administered.

These parenterals should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. See PRECAUTIONS.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Hospira, Inc.

Following suitable admixture of prescribed additive, the dose is usually dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. See CONTRAINDICATIONS.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water for Injection, USP in the 2000 mL flexible Pharmacy Bulk Package is designed for use with automated compounding devices for preparing intravenous admixtures. Dosages will be in accordance with the recommendation of the prescribing physician.

Sterile Water for Injection, USP is not intended for direct infusion. Admixtures should be made by or under the direction of a pharmacist using strict aseptic technique under a laminar flow hood. Compounded admixtures may be stored under refrigeration for up to 24 hours. Administration of admixtures should be completed within 24 hours after removal from refrigeration.

Drug Interactions

The Pharmacy Bulk Package is intended only for use in the preparation of sterile, intravenous admixtures using automated compounding devices.

Additives may be incompatible with the fluid withdrawn from this container. Consult with pharmacist, if available. When compounding admixtures, use aseptic technique, mix thoroughly and do not store.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution container permits. See PRECAUTIONS.

Some opacity of the plastic due to moisture absorption during the sterilization process may be observed. This is normal and does not affect the solution quality or safety. The opacity will diminish gradually.

Recommended Directions for Use of the Pharmacy Bulk Package

Use Aseptic Technique

1.      During use, container must be stored, and all manipulations performed, in an appropriate laminar flow hood.

2.      Remove cover from outlet port at bottom of container.

3.      Insert piercing pin of transfer set and suspend unit in a laminar flow hood. Insertion of a piercing pin into the outlet port should be performed only once in a Pharmacy Bulk Package solution. Once the outlet site has been entered, the withdrawal of container contents should be completed promptly in one continuous operation. Should this not be possible, a maximum time of 4 hours from transfer set pin or implement insertion is permitted to complete fluid transfer operations; i.e., discard container no later than 4 hours after initial closure puncture.

4.      Sequentially dispense aliquots of Sterile Water for Injection, USP into I.V. containers using appropriate transfer set. During fluid transfer operations, the Pharmacy Bulk Package should be maintained under the storage conditions recommended in the labeling.

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Hospira, Inc.

Sterile Water | Hospira, Inc.

The dose is dependent upon the capacity or surface area of the structure to be irrigated and the nature of the procedure. When used as a diluent or vehicle for drugs, the manufacturer's recommendations should be followed.

Drug Interactions

Additives may be incompatible. Consult with pharmacist, if available. When introducing additives, use aseptic technique, mix thoroughly and do not store.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution container permits. (See PRECAUTIONS.)

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B. Braun Medical Inc.

Sterile Water | B. Braun Medical Inc.

This solution is for intravenous use only. Do not inject until made approximately isotonic by addition of appropriate solute.

The dosage and administration of Sterile Water for Injection USP is dependent upon the recommended dosage and administration of the solute used. Fluid administration should be based on calculated maintenance or replacement fluid requirements for each patient.

Some additives may be incompatible. Consult with pharmacist. When introducing additives, use aseptic techniques. Mix thoroughly. Do not store.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

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Clipper

Sterile Water | Clipper

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Cardinal Health

Sterile Water | Cardinal Health

The volume of the preparation to be used for diluting or dissolving any drug for injection is dependent on the vehicle concentration, dose and route of administration as recommended by the manufacturer.

This parenteral should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

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Cardinal Health

Sterile Water | Cardinal Health

The volume of the preparation to be used for diluting or dissolving any drug for injection is dependent on the vehicle concentration, dose and route of administration as recommended by the manufacturer.

This parenteral should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

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Vettek

Sterile Water | Vettek

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Baxter Healthcare Corporation

Sterile Water | Baxter Healthcare Corporation

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Mwi (Vetone)

Sterile Water | Mwi (vetone)

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Agri Laboratories, Ltd.

Sterile Water | Agri Laboratories, Ltd.

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Aspen Veterinary

Sterile Water | Aspen Veterinary

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Henry Schein

Sterile Water | Henry Schein

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Baxter Healthcare Company

Sterile Water | Baxter Healthcare Company

Following suitable admixture of prescribed additives, the dosage is usually dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient as well as laboratory determinations. See directions accompanying additive drug.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit.

Injections in VIAFLEX plastic containers are intended for intravenous administration using sterile equipment.

Additives may be incompatible. Complete information is not available. Those additives known to be incompatible should not be used. Consult with pharmacist, if available. If, in the informed judgment of the physician, it is deemed advisable to introduce additives, use aseptic technique. Do not store an unused portion of Sterile Water for Injection, USP. Mix thoroughly when additives have been introduced. Do not store solutions containing additives.

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Baxter Healthcare Company

Sterile Water | Baxter Healthcare Company

Following suitable admixture of prescribed drugs, the dosage is usually dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient as well as laboratory determinations. See directions accompanying drugs.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. Use of a final filter is recommended during administration of all parenteral solutions where possible.

Sterile Water for Injection, USP in the Pharmacy Bulk Package is intended for use in the preparation of sterile, intravenous admixtures. Additives may be incompatible with the fluid withdrawn from this container. Complete information is not available. Those additives known to be incompatible should not be used. Consult with pharmacist, if available. When compounding admixtures, use aseptic technique. Mix thoroughly. Do not store any unused portion of Sterile Water for Injection, USP.
Directions for use of VIAFLEX Plastic Pharmacy Bulk Package Container To Open
Tear overwrap down side at slit and remove solution container. Visually inspect the container. If the outlet port protector is damaged, detached, or not present, discard container as solution path sterility may be impaired. Some opacity of the plastic due to moisture absorption during the sterilization process may be observed. This is normal and does not affect the solution quality or safety. The opacity will diminish gradually. Check for minute leaks by squeezing inner bag firmly, if leaks are found, discard solution as sterility may be impaired.

For compounding only, not for direct infusion.
Preparation for Admixing The Pharmacy Bulk Package is to be used only in a suitable work area such as a laminar flow hood (or an equivalent clean air compounding area). Suspend container from eyelet support. Remove plastic protector from outlet port at bottom of container. Attach solution transfer set. Refer to complete directions accompanying set.
Note: The closure shall be penetrated only one time with a suitable sterile transfer device or dispensing set which allows measured dispensing of the contents. VIAFLEX containers should not be written on directly since ink migration has not been investigated. Affix accompanying label for date and time of entry. Once container closure has been penetrated, withdrawal of contents should be completed without delay. After initial entry, maintain contents at room temperature (25°C/77°F) and dispense within 4 hours.

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American Regent, Inc.

Sterile Water | American Regent, Inc.

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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B. Braun Medical Inc.

Sterile Water | B. Braun Medical Inc.

This solution is for intravenous use only after admixture or dilution. Do not inject until made approximately isotonic by addition of appropriate solute.

Following suitable admixture of prescribed drugs, the dosage is usually dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient as well as laboratory determinations. See directions accompanying drugs.

The dosage and administration of Sterile Water for Injection USP is dependent upon the recommended dosage and administration of the solute used. Fluid administration should be based on calculated maintenance or replacement fluid requirements for each patient.

Some additives may be incompatible. Consult with pharmacist. When performing admixture or dilution, use aseptic techniques. Mix thoroughly. Do not store.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

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