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STERILE WATER FOR INJECTION, USP
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BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP-PRE-FILLED SYRINGE

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STERILE WATER FOR INJECTION, USPBACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP-PRE-FILLED SYRINGE
ManufacturerBAXTER CORPORATIONPFIZER CANADA ULC
Active ingredientWATERWATER
Strength100%99.1%
Dosage formLiquidLiquid
RouteIntravenousIntracavernosal
Health Canada statusMarketedMarketed
Shortage statusNo current shortageNo current shortage
Recall / safety alertNone on fileNone on file
Same active ingredientDifferent strengthSame dosage formDifferent route
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