The recommended amount to mix 5 mg of liraglutide with bacteriostatic water is typically 5 mL, which creates a solution with a concentration of 1 mg/mL.
The amount of bacteriostatic water you need to add to the 5 mg vial once is 2 ml (200 IU).
| Week | Dose you want | Amount of solution (created after mixing) you need to put in a syringe for injection | Number of units on 100 IU/1 ml syringe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 7 | 0.5 mg/week | 0.2 ml | 20 |
| Week 8 | 0.5 mg/week | 0.2 ml | 20 |
| Week 9 | 1 mg/week | 0.4 ml | 40 |
| Week 10 | 1 mg/week | 0.4 ml | 40 |
| Week 11 | 1 mg/week | 0.4 ml | 40 |
| Week 12 | 1 mg/week | 0.4 ml | 40 |
It’s crucial to carefully follow the instructions provided with your specific semaglutide product to ensure accurate reconstitution and safe administration.
Mixing Instructions:
- Gather Supplies: Ensure you have a vial of semaglutide, bacteriostatic water, sterile syringes, and alcohol wipes.
- Prepare the Area: Clean your workspace with an alcohol swab to minimize contamination risks.
- Clean Vial Tops: Wipe the rubber stoppers of both the semaglutide and bacteriostatic water vials with alcohol swabs.
- Draw Bacteriostatic Water: Using a sterile syringe, draw up 5 mL of bacteriostatic water.
- Inject Water into Semaglutide Vial: Slowly inject the bacteriostatic water into the semaglutide vial, aiming for the glass wall to prevent foaming.
- Mix Gently: Gently swirl the vial to mix until the powder is completely dissolved; avoid vigorous shaking as it may degrade the medication.
Some additional points to remember:
- Use only the bacteriostatic water provided with the semaglutide kit or a sterile bacteriostatic water solution obtained from a reputable source.
- Reconstitute the medication immediately before use and discard any unused portion after 30 days.
- Administer the reconstituted semaglutide subcutaneously (under the skin) as directed by your healthcare provider.
It’s always best to consult with your healthcare professional or pharmacist. They can provide personalized guidance based on your specific situation and the semaglutide product you are using.
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