sterile water for injection
Pharmaranks rates Sterile Water for Injection 3.6/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Sterile Water for Injection is a medication supplied as an injection, solution.
Generic · by Hikma
Generic of Bacteriostatic Water for Injection in Plastic Container
Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Sterile Water for Injection
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Sterile Water FOR Injection 100% (10ML) · Sterile Water FOR Injection 100% (20ML)
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Generic
- Manufacturer
- Hikma
- FDA application
- ANDA206369
What is Sterile Water for Injection?
From the FDA label:This preparation is designed solely for parenteral use only after addition of drugs that require dilution or must be dissolved in an aqueous vehicle prior to injection. Sterile Water for Injection, USP is a sterile, nonpyrogenic preparation of water for injection which contains no bacteriostat, antimicrobial agent or added buffer and is supplied only in single-dose containers to dilute or dissolve drugs for injection. For intravenous injection, add sufficient solute to make an approximately isotonic solution. Water for Injection, USP is chemically designated H 2 O. The glass vial is a Type I borosilicate glass and meets the requirements according to the USP standards.
How to use
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.
Side effects
Reactions which may occur because of this solution, added drugs or the technique of reconstitution or administration include febrile response, local tenderness, abscess, tissue necrosis or infection at the site of injection, venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the site of injection and extravasation. If an adverse reaction does occur, discontinue the infusion, evaluate the patient, institute appropriate countermeasures, and if possible, retrieve and save the remainder of the unused vehicle for examination.
Warnings
Important safety information
Intravenous administration of Sterile Water for Injection without a solute may result in hemolysis.
Who should not take Sterile Water for Injection
Sterile Water for Injection, USP must be made approximately isotonic prior to use.
Overdose — what happens if you take too much
Use only as a diluent or solvent. This parenteral preparation is unlikely to pose a threat of fluid overload except possibly in neonates or very small infants. In the event these should occur, re-evaluate the patient and institute appropriate corrective measures. See WARNINGS, PRECAUTIONS and ADVERSE REACTIONS.
U.S. Poison Control: call or text 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7). In an emergency call 911. From the FDA label; not medical advice.
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
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Frequently asked questions
- How is Sterile Water for Injection rated?
- pharmaranks gives Sterile Water for Injection a composite score of 3.6 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Sterile Water for Injection?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Sterile Water for Injection. To pay less, Sterile Water for Injection is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Sterile Water for Injection?
- Sterile Water for Injection is marketed by Hikma. You can see Hikma's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Sterile Water for Injection a brand-name or generic drug?
- Sterile Water for Injection is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Sterile Water for Injection. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.
- Is Sterile Water for Injection available over the counter?
- No. Sterile Water for Injection is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Sterile Water for Injection come in?
- Sterile Water for Injection is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Sterile Water for Injection FDA-registered?
- Sterile Water for Injection is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA206369. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Has Sterile Water for Injection been recalled by the FDA?
- Sterile Water for Injection has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
- Is Sterile Water for Injection safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Sterile Water for Injection a recall-safety score of 72/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Sterile Water for Injection?
- Sterile Water for Injection's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: Reactions which may occur because of this solution, added drugs or the technique of reconstitution or administration include febrile response, local tenderness, abscess, tissue necrosis or infection at the site of injection,… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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