In the United States, the dominant manufacturer is Hospira (a Pfizer company) , which produces it under cGMP conditions with documented: Sterility and endotoxin testing (USP , ) Particulate matter limits (USP ) pH specification (typically 4.57.0) Tamper-evident packaging with visible lot/NDC markings and a flip-off cap printed with the manufacturer name The benzyl alcohol does not sterilize the water it suppresses microbial growth in a previously sterile, sealed vial that is punctured repeatedly during multi-use reconstitution
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TB-500 acts systemically through the bloodstream
Side effects can include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, fatigue, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, irritability, hair loss, and skin inflammation
Cold compresses and ice packs can help to alleviate swelling and may be used during the first two days after the procedure
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