Ultrasonic cleaner for...GLP-1 supplies?

[ThinFixed853]

Has anyone tried using an ultrasonic cleaner? The higher end ones are kinda cheap, in the $50-$175 range, but you can find little ones made for cleaning jewelry for like, 25 bucks. I know hospitals use them for tools and stuff.

Any experiences or thoughts?

 

[FitCheck]

They're for cleaning, not sterilizing. It's just a way to get junk off of things before you actually sterilize them.

 

[ThinFixed853]

I saw an article that said if you use the right cleaning fluid, it can actually sterilize. I'll see if I can find it again.

 

[FitCheck]

You could use some kind of chemical sterilizer, but if you're doing anything with a rubber stopper, like for vials, the stoppers will probably get damaged if they sit in the solution long enough to sterilize properly. Then you have to rinse off the chemicals without re-contaminating things. And chemicals aren't as good as using heat or steam anyway, because some germs are really resistant. A pressure cooker would be better, but even those have problems.

 

[ThinFixed853]

You could use some kind of chemical sterilizer, but if you're doing anything with a rubber stopper, like for vials, the stoppers will probably get damaged if they sit in the solution long enough to sterilize properly. Then you have to rinse off the chemicals without re-contaminating things. And chemicals aren't as good as using heat or steam anyway, because some germs are really resistant. A pressure cooker would be better, but even those have problems.

That's really helpful. I didn't think about the rubber bit. I have an instant pot that can sterilize with steam, but I was wondering if this was better. Sounds like I should just stick with the instant pot.

 

[Ant_Story]

Also, even if you sterilize something, it's only sterile for a few minutes unless you're in a super-clean lab. It's really hard to keep things sterile at home. Plus, it costs a lot.

 

[Ozempic_Oracle]

I would suggest a UVC lamp instead. The ones with ozone are the best, but you have to make sure you don't breathe it in.

 

[ThinFixed853]

Thanks, Ozempic_Oracle! I saw a good UVC one for like $100. Gonna research how to use it properly before I try anything, though.

 

[Ozempic_Oracle]

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[Checkup]

I agree with FitCheck, sterilization at home is difficult and potentially dangerous. Consider buying pre-sterilized supplies whenever possible to minimize the risk of contamination.

 

[Pip_69]

For those of you who are reconstituting semaglutide, I saw a calculator on peptides.org that looks amazing. Super easy to use, so you don't screw up your doses.

 

[NSV_Junkie]

Hey Pip_69, thanks for that link! I always get sketched out calculating dosages. Speaking of, does anyone have a good source for bacteriostatic water? My go-to site is out of stock.

 

[Mel2007]

Hey Pip_69, thanks for that link! I always get sketched out calculating dosages. Speaking of, does anyone have a good source for bacteriostatic water? My go-to site is out of stock.

I've seen a few people mention checking places that discuss peptide sources, maybe on Reddit or something?

 

[Checkup]

I'd add to Mel2007's point to ensure that any bacteriostatic water you source is of pharmaceutical grade. There have been concerns about the pH levels of some products sold online. Hospira is a well-regarded brand.