What is bacteriostatic injection used for? Understanding the role of bacteriostatic agents
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According to the World Health Organization, nearly 20% of injection-related complications stem from improper preparation. A bacteriostatic injection is a sterile solution, such as bacteriostatic water or saline, containing a preservative that inhibits bacterial growth. Its primary purpose is to dilute or dissolve certain medications, making them suitable for parenteral (non-oral) administration, particularly from multi-dose vials where sterility must be maintained after repeated use.
