The most common injection areas are the gluteus, thigh, or deltoid muscles
Case series, such as that described by Lotz-Havla et al
- **Retatrutide vial** (lyophilized powder -- usually a white cake or powder at the bottom) - **Bacteriostatic water (BAC water)** -- NOT sterile water unless using single-dose - **3ml syringe with needle** for drawing BAC water - **Insulin syringes** (29-31 gauge, 1/2 inch) for injections - **Alcohol swabs** (70% isopropyl) - **Clean, flat work surface** with good lighting - **Sharps container** for needle disposal ### Know Your Vial Compounded retatrutide commonly comes in these sizes: - **30mg** -- Good for patients on lower doses (1-4mg)
Injection Site Reactions: You may experience redness, itching, or swelling at the injection site
Anytime the skin is penetrated, it creates an opening for infection
Thats what the Harvard study found, too: High intake of vitamin B12 alone was not associated with increased fracture risk