Comparison
BAC Water vs Distilled Water
Do not mix peptides with distilled, deionized, or tap water. None of these are sterile. None are made for injection. They carry a real risk of germs. Use BAC water, which is sterile and preserved for many uses. Or use sterile water for a single draw.
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| Bac water | Distilled Water | |
|---|---|---|
| Sterile | Yes | No |
| Preservative | 0.9% benzyl alcohol | None |
| Intended for injection | Formulated for reconstitution use | No |
| Safe for peptides | Yes | No, do not use |
Clean is not the same as sterile
Distilled and deionized water are cleaned to take out minerals. But clean is not the same as sterile. They can still hold germs. They are not made for injection. Mixing a peptide with them can put germs in the whole vial.
BAC Water vs Distilled Water: common questions
No. Distilled, deionized, and tap water are not sterile. They are not made for injection. Use BAC water for peptides you use many times, or sterile water for a single draw.
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References
Primary sources for the facts on this page. We cite regulatory and peer-reviewed authorities rather than secondary blogs.
- Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP - prescribing information · U.S. FDA labeling via DailyMed (NIH / NLM)Defines bacteriostatic water as sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol added as a bacteriostatic preservative, supplied in a multiple-dose container for diluting or dissolving drugs; contraindicated in neonates.
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