Bacteriostatic Water Hilma Biocare EU

Bacteriostatic Water: Essential Information

Definition & Composition

Bacteriostatic water is a sterile solution containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative, designed for reconstituting injectable medications. Unlike sterile water, it inhibits bacterial growth for multi-dose use.

Primary Uses

• Reconstitution of peptides & hormones (e.g., HGH, HCG, BPC-157)

• Medical injections (subcutaneous/intramuscular)

• Extended stability – Preservative allows storage post-opening

How It Works

• Benzyl alcohol disrupts bacterial enzyme systems, preventing replication

• Does not sterilize but maintains sterility of reconstituted compounds

• Critical for safety – Reduces infection risk from multi-dose vials

Key Guidelines

 Storage:

• Unopened: Room temperature (15–25°C), protected from light

• Opened: Use within 28 days (discard if cloudy/expired)

• Never freeze – Compromises preservative efficacy

 Warnings:

• Not for IV/neonatal use (benzyl alcohol toxicity risk)

• Follow dilution protocols – Incorrect ratios degrade medication potency

• Single-patient use only – Cross-contamination risk

Why It’s Preferred for Peptides

• Prolongs shelf life vs. sterile water

• Cost-effective for multi-dose regimens

• Widely compatible with research compounds

(Note: For laboratory/research purposes only. Not for human use without medical supervision.)