How to Mix and Administer Your Medication
Complete step-by-step guide for Semaglutide and Tirzepatide
SEMAGLUTIDE
🧪 Mixing Instructions
Remove the cap from your 5mg or 10mg vial of Semaglutide.
Draw 2ml of bacteriostatic water into a sterile syringe.
Inject gently down the vial wall.
Do not shake; gently swirl until dissolved.
Store mixed vial in the refrigerator.
💉 Dosage Information
5mg Vial
0.1ml = 0.25mg
10mg Vial
0.1ml = 0.5mg
📈 Dosage Escalation Schedule
| Timeline | Dosage |
|---|---|
| Weeks 1–4 | 0.25mg |
| Weeks 5–8 | 0.5mg |
| Weeks 9–12 | 1.0mg |
| Weeks 13–17 | 1.7mg (optional) |
| Week 18+ | 2.4mg (optional) |
🧊 Storage Instructions
- Refrigerate at 2–8°C (36–46°F)
- Do not freeze
- Use within 30–60 days after mixing
TIRZEPATIDE
🧪 Mixing Instructions
Remove the cap from your 10mg vial of Tirzepatide.
Draw 1ml of bacteriostatic water into a sterile syringe.
Inject slowly into the vial.
Do not shake; gently swirl until dissolved.
Refrigerate after mixing.
💉 Dosage Information
10mg Vial
0.25ml = 2.5mg
📈 Dosage Escalation Schedule
| Timeline | Dosage |
|---|---|
| Weeks 1–4 | 2.5mg |
| Weeks 5–8 | 5mg |
| Weeks 9–12 | 7.5mg |
| Weeks 13–16 | 10mg |
| Weeks 17–20 | 12.5mg (optional) |
| Week 21+ | 15mg (optional) |
🧊 Storage Instructions
- Refrigerate at 2–8°C (36–46°F)
- Do not freeze
- Use within 30–60 days after mixing
How to Administer Your Injection
Follow these four simple steps for safe, effective administration
Prepare Everything You Need
Gather the following items for a subcutaneous injection:
- The vial with the dissolved peptide powder
- A new sterile syringe
- An appropriate needle for inserting into fatty tissue
- Alcohol wipes or pads
⚠️ Important: Do NOT touch the needle to ensure no harmful microorganisms contaminate the mixture.
Fill the Syringe with the Mixed Solution
Follow these steps to draw the medication:
- • Hold the vial with the mixed substance upside down in one hand
- • Hold the syringe with a securely attached needle in your other hand
- • Insert the needle through the cap into the vial
- • Draw back the plunger to fill the syringe with your prescribed dosage
- • Double-check for air bubbles and remove them by gently tapping the syringe
Disinfect the Injection Site
Use an alcohol wipe or pad to clean the injection site and protect yourself from contamination risks. Wait for the disinfected spot to dry completely before proceeding.
Best Injection Sites:
🔵 Abdomen
Fatty tissue on the front or side, at least 5cm away from the navel
🔵 Thigh
Fleshy area on the outer part of your thigh
🔵 Upper Arm
Outer portion of your arm with sufficient fatty tissue
💡 Pro Tip: The effectiveness doesn't depend on the exact location. Rotate injection sites weekly to prevent scarring or irritation.
Inject the Solution
Follow these steps for proper injection technique:
- 1 Press the skin at the selected site between your fingers using your non-dominant hand
- 2 Grab the pre-filled syringe in your dominant hand
- 3 Insert the needle at a 45 to 90-degree angle to the skin (use 90 degrees if you have more fatty tissue)
- 4 Press the plunger at a steady, controlled pace to administer all the solution
- 5 Remove the needle without changing the angle
- 6 Dispose of the needle immediately in a puncture-resistant sharps container
✓ After Injection: You can use a small sterile gauze swab if there's mild bleeding. This is normal.
Important Reminders
- Inject once weekly on the same day each week
- Rotate injection sites weekly to prevent tissue damage
- Always maintain sterility throughout the process
- Consult your healthcare provider if you experience any concerns