Bacteriostatic Water (BAC Water) is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, used for diluting or reconstituting peptides and research compounds. The bacteriostatic agent allows for multiple uses from the same vial, maintaining sterility over time.

Research Focus:

• Dilution and reconstitution of peptides
• Multi-dose sterile applications

Sources:

DailyMed monograph (0.9% benzyl alcohol): https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=6a9b9b70-28fb-4c18-8a2b-9b7a87a2f6b1

Pfizer labeling (Bacteriostatic Water for Injection): https://labeling.pfizer.com/ShowLabeling.aspx?id=4503

USP–NF compendial chapter (Sterile Water/Injectables) overview: https://www.uspnf.com/