About sterilized water for injection
Sterile water for injection solvent
Used for
- Diluting or dissolving medicines intended for injection, as directed by their labeling.
Usual adult dose
Volume depends on the medicine being prepared; use only as its instructions specify.
Usual dose in children
Volume depends on the medicine and child’s dose; use only as its instructions specify.
Common side effects
- Injection pain or irritation may occur, depending on the prepared medicine.
Important warnings
- Not for injection into a vein by itself; it can damage blood cells.
- Use only with medicines and by routes specified in their labeling.
- Use promptly after opening; discard unused contents to reduce contamination risk.
Pregnancy
No specific pregnancy effects are expected from the solvent itself; risks depend on the medicine dissolved.
Breastfeeding
No specific breastfeeding effects are expected from the solvent itself; risks depend on the medicine dissolved.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.