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How do I travel with peptides and what are the TSA rules?
TSA allows injectable medications including peptides in carry-on bags and they are exempt from the 3.4-ounce liquid restriction when declared at secur...
Can I mix multiple peptides in the same syringe or should I inject them separately?
It is generally recommended to administer peptides separately unless explicitly advised otherwise by a healthcare provider. Mixing peptides in the sam...
Should I take peptide injections before or after meals?
Most injectable peptides are best administered on an empty stomach, ideally 30-60 minutes before eating or 2-3 hours after your last meal. Food in the...
How do I prepare peptide injections using sterile technique?
Begin by washing hands thoroughly and working on a clean surface disinfected with alcohol. Wipe the rubber stoppers of both the peptide vial and bacte...
Why is rotating injection sites important for peptide injections?
Rotating injection sites prevents lipohypertrophy, a condition where fatty tissue thickens or develops lumps from repeated needle trauma to the same a...
What are the best injection sites for subcutaneous peptide injections?
The abdomen is the most commonly recommended site, staying at least 2 inches away from the navel where adequate fatty tissue exists. The outer thigh (...
What needle size should I use for peptide injections?
For subcutaneous peptide injections, needle gauges between 29G and 31G are most commonly recommended, as higher gauge numbers indicate thinner needles...
What is the difference between intramuscular and subcutaneous peptide injections?
Subcutaneous (SC) injections deliver peptides into the fat layer beneath the skin, resulting in slower, more controlled absorption ideal for sustained...
What is the proper technique for subcutaneous peptide injections?
Subcutaneous injections deliver peptides into the fatty tissue layer between the skin and muscle. Clean the injection site with an alcohol swab, pinch...