For individuals who have begun injectable therapy, understanding the basics of needles and syringes is crucial for safe and effective administration. Here’s some essential information about needles and syringes that you need:
Sustanon
Drawing Up: Use a green needle (typically 21 to 23 gauge) to withdraw the Sustanon solution from the vial. Green needles are thicker and can efficiently draw up the viscous medication without causing excessive resistance.
Administration: Administer the Sustanon injection using a blue needle (typically 23 to 25 gauge). Blue needles are thinner, reducing discomfort during injection while ensuring accurate delivery into the muscle tissue.
Syringe Size: Utilize a 2ml syringe to accommodate the volume of Sustanon prescribed. A 2ml syringe provides adequate capacity for drawing up the medication and facilitates precise dosage measurement.
Nebido / Decapeptyl
Drawing Up: Use a green needle (typically 21 to 23 gauge) to withdraw the Nebido or Decapeptyl solution from the vial. Green needles are thicker and can efficiently draw up the medication without causing excessive resistance.
Administration: Administer the injection using a green needle (typically 21 to 23 gauge) to ensure a smooth and comfortable injection experience for the individual. Consistency in needle size minimizes discomfort and maintains injection precision.
Syringe Size: Use a 5ml syringe to accommodate the volume of Nebido or Decapeptyl prescribed. A 5ml syringe provides ample capacity for drawing up the medication and facilitates precise dosage measurement.
Testosterone Enanthate
Drawing Up: Use a green needle (typically 21 to 23 gauge) to withdraw the Testosterone Enanthate solution from the vial. Green needles are designed to efficiently draw up the medication without causing undue resistance.
Administration: Administer the injection using a blue needle (typically 23 to 25 gauge). Blue needles offer a thinner profile, reducing discomfort during injection while ensuring accurate delivery into the muscle tissue.
Syringe Size: Opt for a 2ml syringe to accommodate the prescribed volume of Testosterone Enanthate. This size provides sufficient capacity for drawing up the medication and facilitates precise dosage measurement.
Testosterone cypionate
Drawing Up: Use a green needle, typically 21 to 23 gauge, to withdraw the testosterone cypionate solution from the vial. Green needles are thicker and can efficiently draw up the medication without causing excessive resistance.
Administration: Administer the injection using a blue needle, typically 23 to 25 gauge. Blue needles offer a thinner profile, reducing discomfort during injection while ensuring accurate delivery into the muscle tissue.
Syringe: A 2ml syringe is typically suitable for drawing up and administering testosterone cypionate. This size provides adequate capacity for the prescribed volume of medication and facilitates precise dosage measurement.
Where to Purchase Needle and Sharps Bins in the UK
While the Smartway prescriptions issued by our independent prescribers don’t come with needles and sharps bins (it isn’t included as part of standard delivery), you can reach out to Smartway yourself and request that it be added to your order.
Alternatively, you can order needles and sharp bins through Medisupplies, purchase them at your local pharmacy, or request them through your GP surgery.