Reduction of Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
Decision framework for compromised peptides Definitely discard if: visible precipitation, significant color change, unusual odor, reconstituted solution left at room temperature more than 4 hours, or lyophilized peptide at warm temperature for more than 2 weeks
Serious side effects are rare but can occur
What You'll Need Required Supplies Retatrutide vial (lyophilized powder, typically 5mg, 10mg, or 15mg) Bacteriostatic water (BAC water): contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol as preservative Insulin syringes (U-100, 0.5mL or 1mL with fine gauge needle) Alcohol swabs (70% isopropyl alcohol) Optional but Recommended Larger mixing syringe (3mL) for adding BAC water Sharps container for safe needle disposal Clean workspace with good lighting Vial labels to mark reconstitution date and concentration Do NOT use: Sterile water or saline without preservative
Periasamy S, Hsu DZ, Fu YH, & Liu MY