What does D.W. mean in PRESCRIPTION

Distilled water is a type of water that has been processed to remove any minerals or other contaminants. It typically comes from tap or well water which has been heated and evaporated so that the steam can remove impurities in the water. The vaporized water is then collected and cooled, resulting in distilled water.

Regular tap or well water contains minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, and may even contain trace amounts of chemicals like chlorine used to disinfect it. Distilled water does not have these elements because it has been stripped during processing.

Distilled water has many uses including drinking, cooking, cleaning surfaces and laundry detergents and automotive cooling systems. Additionally, it is often used in medical treatments such as dialysis where cleanliness and purity are essential to patient health.

One potential drawback of using distilled water is that it lacks certain minerals like calcium and magnesium which are beneficial for overall health when consumed in moderation. Additionally, because it lacks certain compounds found naturally in other types of drinking water, it must be supplemented with additional nutrients such as fluoride and iron if used regularly for drinking purposes.

Yes, distilled is perfectly safe to drink when used either alone or as part of a combination with other types of drinking waters. As long as the distillation process was performed correctly without any contamination during processing, then users can rest assured that the distilled they consume is safe to drink without worry about harmful bacteria or contaminants present in their intake.