RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Residue in Vials after Lyophilization JF PDA Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology JO PDA J Pharm Sci Technol FD Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) SP 40 OP 41 VO 41 IS 1 A1 Preston, Wendy A. A1 Baldoni, John A1 Haeger, Bruce E. A1 Simmons, Stephen P. A1 Paul, David B. YR 1987 UL http://journal.pda.org/content/41/1/40.abstract AB A fluffy white residue was observed in vials that were filled with Water for Injection and lyophilized. The residue was identified by spectroscopy and wet chemical determinations to consist of sodium bicarbonate and silicone oil. An explanation is given for the source of these substances.