HOW TO RECONSTITUTE A PEPTIDE

SUPPLIES NEEDED

• Lyophilized peptide vial (powder)
• Bacteriostatic water (or sterile water, depending on use)
• Alcohol prep pads
• Syringe with needle (typically 3 mL)
• Gloves (recommended)

• Wash hands thoroughly
• Use a clean, flat surface
• Remove plastic caps from vial
• Wipe vial tops with alcohol pads
• Allow to air dry (don’t blow or fan)

• Use bacteriostatic water unless otherwise specified
• Pull back syringe to desired volume (e.g. 2 mL, 3 mL)
• Inject air into the diluent vial first to (equal to volume you’ll draw)- this equalizes the pressure
• Invert vial and withdraw correct amount of liquid

• Insert needle into peptide vial
• Inject slowly, directing the stream against the glass wall
  (avoid blasting directly onto the powder)

• Do not shake
• Gently swirl or roll the vial
• Allow powder to fully dissolve (usually quick, but can take a few minutes)

• Refrigerate (typically 2–8°C / 36–46°F)
• Protect from light if required