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BSS

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Overview

What is BSS?

BSS Sterile Irrigating Solution is a sterile balanced salt solution, each mL containing sodium chloride (NaCl) 0.64%, potassium chloride (KCl) 0.075%, calcium chloride dihydrate (CaCl•2HO) 0.048%, magnesium chloride hexahydrate (MgCl•6HO) 0.03%, sodium acetate trihydrate (CHNaO•3HO) 0.39%, sodium citrate dihydrate (CHNaO•2HO) 0.17%, sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid (to adjust pH), and water for injection. The pH is approximately 7.5. The osmolality is approximately 300 mOsm/Kg.



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What are the available doses of BSS?

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What should I talk to my health care provider before I take BSS?

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How should I use BSS?

For use as an extraocular and intraocular irrigating solution during ocular surgical procedure involving perfusion of the eye with an expected maximum duration of less than 60 minutes.

The adapter plug is designed to accept an irrigating needle. Tissues may be irrigated by attaching the needle to the DROP-TAINER bottle as explained below. External irrigation may be done without the irrigating needle.

Method of using Adapter Plug for LUER-LOK Hub Ophthalmic Irrigating Needle:

1. Aseptically remove DROP-TAINER bottle from blister by peeling paper backing.

2. Snap on surgeon's sterile irrigation needle. Push until firmly in place and twist slightly.

3. Test assembly for proper function before use.

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What interacts with BSS?

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What are the warnings of BSS?

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What are the precautions of BSS?

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What are the side effects of BSS?

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What should I look out for while using BSS?

• NOT FOR INJECTION OR INTRAVENOUS INFUSION.

• Do not use unless product is clear, seal is intact, and container is undamaged.

• Do not use if product is discolored or contains a precipitate.

• SINGLE patient use only. The contents of this bottle should not be used in more than one patient.

• This solution contains no preservative, unused contents should be discarded.


What might happen if I take too much BSS?

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How should I store and handle BSS?

StorageStore at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C (59° to 86° F) [see USP]. Protect from light. StorageStore at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C (59° to 86° F) [see USP]. Protect from light. In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115In 15 mL and 30 mL sterile DROP-TAINER bottles (consisting of a polypropylene bottle and LEURLOK adapter plug with a white polypropylene closure) in a blister package.15 mL in a 15 mL bottle: 0065-0795-1530 mL in a 30 mL bottle: 0065-0795-30STORAGE: Revised: November 2015Alcon Distributed by: 6201 South Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA ©2000-2003, 2015 Novartis  9012634-1115