Baxter Sterile Water - 1 Litre Bottle

Sterile Water

This sterile water is suitable for both irrigation and surgical environments. It can be used for sterile irrigation, rinsing, washing and diluting.

In particular, it can be used in autoclaves to sterilise lab equipment and medical instruments. As a result, they’ll be free from bacteria and viruses.

This product conforms to guidelines regarding autoclave use, and can be warmed to a maximum of 50c for 60 days.

Key Features

• 1 litre bottles
• 36-month shelf life
• Not for injection

Cautions

• Do not use unless solution is clear and unit is intact
• May warm to a maximum of 50c up to 60 days
• Do not replace the cap after opening
• Discard unused portion or warmed bottle if unused

What is Sterile Water?

Sterile Water is free from all microorganisms like bacteria, spores and fungi. In medical environments, tap water isn’t safe for use when sterilising equipment. This is because it can contain bacteria that could contaminate this equipment. In contrast, sterile water is free from these organic materials.

Is Sterile Water the same as distilled water?

Sterile water is not the same as distilled water. Sterile water doesn’t contain organic substances, but may contain some inorganic substances like minerals. In contrast, distilled water contains neither organic nor inorganic substances, so it’s as close to H20 as possible.