Sterile Water for Injection 20 mL by Pfizer 25/Tray (Rx)
(Note: We don’t Fill Personal Prescriptions)
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Sterile Water for Injection 20 mL by Pfizer is a pharmaceutical-grade solvent used to dilute or dissolve medications for injection. It is employed when preparing intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injections and ensures proper preparation of drug solutions to maintain isotonicity and safety. This sterile water is free from antimicrobial agents and additives, making it suitable for single-dose and multi-dose uses in various medical settings. It plays a critical role in medication delivery and patient care by providing a safe and stable medium for medication administration.
Details and Features:
Volume: 20 mL per vial
Packaging: 25 vials per tray
Quality: Sterile and non-pyrogenic
Intended Use: Primarily used as a diluent or solvent for injectable medications
Administration: Not to be administered alone; used only for preparation of parenteral medications
Mechanism of Action:
Sterile Water for Injection functions as a medium to dilute or dissolve other medications without affecting a drug's pharmacological properties. When mixed with a specific drug, it does not exert any therapeutic effects by itself. The water serves purely as a vehicle to prepare suitable concentrations for injection.
Warnings:
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Use Only as Directed: Must be used exclusively for the dilution or dissolution of medications for injection. It should never be administered as an intravenous infusion by itself.
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Single Use: Intended for single-dose dispensation only; discard any unused portion.
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Compatibility: Ensure compatibility with the drug being reconstituted or diluted.
Inappropriate Administration: Direct infusion of Sterile Water for Injection can cause hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells) due to its hypotonic nature.
Side Effects:
- While Sterile Water for Injection itself does not have direct pharmacological action, improper usage or preparation can result in adverse effects associated with unsuitable administration, such as:
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Local Reactions: Incorrect admixing may cause local irritation or adverse body responses related to the solution's hypotonic nature.
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Hemolysis: Direct administration without appropriate mixing can cause red blood cell damage.
In all medical preparations, it's crucial to adhere to instructions and safety standards provided by healthcare professionals and the drug-manufacturers' guidelines expressing the compatibility and preparation requirements for safe injection.