Understanding Vial Strengths and Dosing Guidelines
When using GLP-1 medication, it's essential to understand the different vial concentrations we offer and how to dose them accurately. This guide will walk you through our two available vial strengths for semaglutide and how to transition between them if necessary.
Vial Concentrations
- 1mg/ml (5ml vial): This vial contains a total of 5mg of Semaglutide.
- 5mg/ml (3ml vial): This vial contains a total of 15mg of Semaglutide.
Dosing Basics
To ensure that you're administering the correct dose, it’s crucial to always refer to the concentration of your vial. Since the units on your syringe will vary depending on the vial strength, it's vital to dose based on milligrams (mg) rather than units (U) on the syringe.
Why Dose in mg, Not Units?
The number of units you need to inject to get the correct mg dose differs between vials due to their varying concentrations. For example, injecting 10 units from a 1mg/ml vial will give you a different amount of Semaglutide compared to 10 units from a 5mg/ml vial.
"Always dose in mg to ensure you're getting the intended amount of medication, regardless of the vial concentration."
Transitioning Between Vials
If you transition from one vial concentration to another, make sure to adjust the number of units you inject based on the new vial’s concentration. Always refer to the charts provided to accurately determine the correct number of units to inject.
Dosage Charts
Here are some charts to help you determine the correct units based on the mg dosage you need:
For 1mg/ml (5ml vial):
| Desired Dose (mg) | Units to Inject |
|---|---|
| 0.25mg | 25 units |
| 0.5mg | 50 units |
| 0.75 | 75 units |
| 1mg | 100 units |
| 1.25mg | 125 units |
For 5mg/ml (3ml vial):
| Desired Dose (mg) | Units to Inject |
|---|---|
| 0.25mg | 5 units |
| 0.5mg | 10 units |
| 1mg | 15 units |
| 1.25mg | 25 units |
| 1.5mg | 30 units |
| 1.75mg | 35 units |
Key Takeaways
- Always dose in mg, not units. The units needed to achieve the correct mg dose will differ between vials.
- Refer to the vial concentration before administering your dose.
- Consult the provided charts to determine the correct number of units to inject based on the mg dose you need.
- If transitioning vials, carefully adjust your units to match the new concentration.
By following these guidelines, you can ensure that you're administering the correct dose every time, no matter which vial concentration you're using.
Kindly,
Dr. Sienna