Vita Science SM10 10 mg

Overview

SM5 and SM10 are our names for research vials in the GLP-1 receptor agonist class, the same family as once-weekly diabetes and weight-management medicines.

This listing is Vita Science SM10 10 mg (10 mg), photographed as we ship it and priced in Canadian dollars.

How it works

GLP-1 agonists increase insulin release after meals, slow stomach emptying and reduce appetite through the brain.

Clinical reference

Reference information from product labels and clinical literature only. It is not a recommendation or dosing advice for you; any use should be set and monitored by a doctor.

Combinations and interactions

• Raises the risk of low blood sugar with insulin or sulfonylureas.
• Slower stomach emptying can change the absorption of oral medicines.

Risks and side effects

• Stomach effects. Nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhoea, especially when the amount increases.
• Pancreas and gallbladder. Pancreatitis and gallstones are listed risks for this drug class.
• Thyroid. Not for people with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer.
• Sterility. Freeze-dried peptides must be reconstituted with sterile technique; contamination can cause abscesses.

Do not use it if you are pregnant, have a history of pancreatitis, medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2.

Bloodwork to discuss with your doctor

• Fasting glucose and HbA1c
• Lipase if abdominal pain develops
• Kidney function

Injection sites

SM10 10 mg is a freeze-dried powder. After it is mixed with bacteriostatic water it is normally injected under the skin with a short insulin needle. These are the three standard subcutaneous areas; rotate between them.

1AbdomenBelly · Fat under the skinSubQ

Finding it. Anywhere on the belly at least 5 cm from the navel, away from scars and the waistband. Pinch a fold and inject into it.

Why it is used. The most fat, steady absorption and easy to see.

Watch for. Move each injection a few centimetres from the last to prevent lumps.

Nursing reference volume: Up to about 1 ml

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2ThighFront of the thigh · Fat under the skinSubQ

Finding it. The middle of the front of the thigh, a hand-width below the hip and above the knee.

Why it is used. Easy to reach and a good rotation partner for the belly.

Watch for. Absorption can be a little slower than the abdomen.

Nursing reference volume: Up to about 1 ml

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3Upper armBack of the upper arm · Fat over the tricepsSubQ

Finding it. Halfway between shoulder and elbow on the back of the arm.

Why it is used. Adds a third area to rotate through.

Watch for. Hard to reach on yourself; a helper is useful.

Nursing reference volume: Up to about 1 ml

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Every time: wash your hands, swab the stopper and skin with alcohol, use a new sterile needle and syringe and never share. See a doctor for spreading redness, heat, swelling, fever or numbness. This is general reference information from standard injection guidance, not medical advice.

Storage and handling

Keep unmixed vials in the fridge (2 to 8 °C) and away from light. Once mixed with bacteriostatic water, keep the vial refrigerated, never freeze it, and follow the use-by time for that product.

Canadian legal status

This peptide has not been authorised by Health Canada for human use and is sold for laboratory research. Many research peptides are prohibited in tested sport.

FAQ

How much is in each vial?

SM5 holds 5 mg; SM10 holds 10 mg.

Why gradual increases?

Stepping up slowly reduces nausea.

How is it stored?

Refrigerated, never frozen.

How fast will it reach me?

Orders leave Vancouver by Canada Post Xpresspost and the tracking number arrives within 72 hours of your e-Transfer. Most provinces receive parcels 1 to 6 business days after that; the territories can take up to 10. Xpresspost is free on orders over $300, and a lost or seized parcel is reshipped at no charge.