and inviting people to ask questions so that they feel informed and prepared
Vitamin B12 supplements can help a person treat this deficiency and may also help improve the clinical outcomes of people with CKD
We understand the importance of quality and storage for injectable products, which is why every Neurobion Injection is carefully stored under the recommended conditions before dispatch
The WHO recommends that once the vial of bacteriostatic water is open the preservatives will prolong its life for up to 28 days and after this period of time the vial should be discarded
**Required:** - Your tirzepatide powder vial - Bacteriostatic water (BAC water) -- this contains a preservative that keeps the solution safe for multiple uses over 28 days - A sterile syringe, 3mL or larger, with needle - Alcohol swabs - A clean, flat, well-lit workspace - Clean hands (wash thoroughly with soap) **Strongly recommended:** - A calculator or your phone's calculator app - A permanent marker for labeling - A notebook to log reconstitution date and concentration ## Reconstitution Calculations ### Understanding Concentrations **For a 30mg Tirzepatide Vial:** | BAC Water Added | Concentration | Per 0.5mL | |-----------------|---------------|-----------| | 3mL | 10mg/mL | 5mg | | 6mL | 5mg/mL | 2.5mg | | 10mL | 3mg/mL | 1.5mg | **For a 60mg Tirzepatide Vial:** | BAC Water Added | Concentration | Per 0.5mL | |-----------------|---------------|-----------| | 6mL | 10mg/mL | 5mg | | 12mL | 5mg/mL | 2.5mg | ### Choosing Your Concentration **Higher concentration (10mg/mL):** - Smaller injection volumes - Fewer injections per vial - Good for higher doses **Lower concentration (5mg/mL):** - Easier dose measurement - Better for lower doses - More precise titration ## Step-by-Step Reconstitution ### Preparation Phase **Step 1: Gather Materials** - All supplies within reach - Clean workspace - Good lighting - Hands washed thoroughly **Step 2: Inspect Vials** - Check expiration dates - Verify powder appearance (white/off-white) - Ensure BAC water is clear - No damage to seals **Step 3: Calculate Your Volume** - Determine desired concentration - Calculate BAC water needed - Double-check math - Write it down ### Mixing Phase **Step 4: Clean Vial Tops** - Wipe both vials with alcohol - Let dry completely (30 seconds) - Don't touch cleaned surfaces **Step 5: Draw Bacteriostatic Water** - Remove syringe cap - Insert needle into BAC water vial - Invert vial - Draw calculated amount - Remove air bubbles **Step 6: Add to Tirzepatide Vial** - Insert needle through center of stopper - Aim at side of vial (not directly on powder) - Inject slowly - Let water run down side **Step 7: Mix Gently** - Do NOT shake vigorously - Gently swirl in circular motion - Roll vial between palms - Continue until fully dissolved **Step 8: Inspect Solution** - Should be clear - No visible particles - No cloudiness - Slight yellow tint acceptable ### Post-Reconstitution **Step 9: Label the Vial** Write on vial: - Reconstitution date - Concentration (mg/mL) - Expiration (28-30 days) - Your initials **Step 10: Store Properly** - Refrigerate immediately - 36-46F (2-8C) - Protect from light - Keep upright ## Dosing from Reconstituted Vial ### Dose Calculation Formula ``` Volume to inject = Desired dose (mg) Concentration (mg/mL) ``` ### Example Calculations **At 10mg/mL concentration:** | Desired Dose | Volume to Inject | |--------------|------------------| | 2.5mg | 0.25mL | | 5mg | 0.5mL | | 7.5mg | 0.75mL | | 10mg | 1.0mL | | 15mg | 1.5mL | **At 5mg/mL concentration:** | Desired Dose | Volume to Inject | |--------------|------------------| | 2.5mg | 0.5mL | | 5mg | 1.0mL | | 7.5mg | 1.5mL | | 10mg | 2.0mL | ## Storage After Reconstitution ### Refrigerated Storage - Temperature: 36-46F (2-8C) - Duration: 28-30 days maximum - Keep in original vial - Protect from light ### What to Avoid - Freezing (destroys medication) - Room temperature storage - Direct sunlight - Excessive handling ## Troubleshooting ### Powder Won't Dissolve **Possible causes:** - Water too cold - Not enough mixing time - Damaged product **Solutions:** - Let BAC water reach room temp - Continue gentle swirling (up to 30 min) - If still undissolved, contact pharmacy ### Solution Is Cloudy **Possible causes:** - Contamination - Degradation - Improper storage **Action:** - Do not use - Discard safely - Contact pharmacy for replacement ### Particles Visible **What to do:** - Gently swirl again - If particles persist, do not use - Some settling may be normal - When in doubt, replace ## Best Practices ### Do's Work in clean environment Double-check calculations Use fresh needle each time Store properly after each use Keep reconstitution log Follow expiration dates ### Don'ts Shake vigorously Use if cloudy or particulate Store at room temperature Reuse needles Use past expiration Expose to heat/light ## Before Every Injection: A Quick Checklist Each time you draw from the vial, take 30 seconds to verify: 1
