question from a user
what is the shortest and smallest needle you'd recommend for IM cypionate ?
AlphaMD's Answer
We tailor each plan individually, which includes supplies for injection. For that reason, there is no right or wrong choice for needle size. If a man has low body fat, or prefers the deltoids and vastus lateralis for IM injection, a 1/4" needle will suffice. If the prefer VL glute, at least 1/2" would be recommended.
We typically recommend the smallest gauge possible for IM injections. TRT is a lifetime treatment, so twice or more weekly injections for life leaves a large amount of scar tissue. The smaller the gauge, the less scar tissue that develops. We have plenty of patients that are content with a 27 gauge needle for their IM shots. We have a few that are using insulin syringes with 30G for their deltoid IM shots.
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