Gear & Aseptic Technique

Proper aseptic technique and sterile injection gear are essential when using injectable anabolic steroids. Inadequate practices can lead to serious complications including:

Infections and abscesses
Cross-contamination
Scarring and tissue damage
Compromised compound potency

A successful and safe injection begins with the right equipment and strict sterile technique.

Required Injection Supplies

Item	Purpose	Notes
Steroid vial	Contains the compound	Use multi-dose vials carefully; check for cloudiness or particles
Syringe (3mL)	Holds and delivers compound	Luer-lock preferred for secure needle attachment
Drawing needle (18–20G)	Pulls oil from vial	Never use to inject—too large
Injection needle (23–25G)	Intramuscular delivery	Choose gauge and length based on site
Alcohol swabs	Disinfect vial and skin	Use 70% isopropyl; allow to dry
Gloves (optional)	Reduce contamination risk	Not required if hands are properly washed
Sharps container	Safe needle disposal	Do not reuse needles—EVER

Needle Gauge & Length Guide

Site	Gauge	Length
Glute (ventro/dorso)	23G	1.5”
Deltoid	25G	1”
Vastus lateralis (thigh)	23–25G	1”–1.5”
SubQ (e.g., hCG)	27–30G insulin pin	½”

Tips:

Draw with a thick needle (18–20G), inject with a thin one (23–25G)
Change to a fresh needle after drawing to maintain sharpness and sterility
Never inject with a needle that touched anything unsterile—not even clothing

Aseptic Injection Protocol

1. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water (or wear gloves)
2. Clean vial stopper with an alcohol swab (let dry)
3. Draw with drawing needle, then swap to fresh needle for injection
4. Clean injection site with alcohol; allow to air dry (don’t blow or touch!)
5. Insert needle quickly at a 90° angle (IM); steady, controlled push
6. Aspirate (optional): pull plunger back slightly to check for blood
7. Inject slowly to reduce post-injection pain
8. Withdraw needle, apply light pressure with sterile pad or swab
9. Dispose of syringe/needle in proper sharps container

Note: Never reuse needles or syringes, even on yourself. Always use new sterile equipment per injection.

Multi-Dose Vial Safety

Limit repeated punctures of vials
Store in a clean, dark place at room temperature (unless otherwise stated)
Do not use if oil is cloudy, discolored, or has floating particles
Use sterile, bacteriostatic oil if filtering homebrewed gear

Common Contamination Mistakes

Touching the needle cap after uncapping
Reusing drawing/injection needles
Setting gear on non-sterile surfaces
Not letting alcohol dry fully
Using the same needle to draw and inject (dulls the tip)

Reminder: Poor aseptic technique can lead to sterile or infectious abscesses, cellulitis, and sepsis. Treat injections with the same respect as a medical procedure.

Community Advice (r/steroids PDF)

“I thought I could skip alcohol wipes. Got a lump the size of a golf ball.”
“Always change the pin after drawing. It’s sharper and safer.”
“One bad injection taught me more than any forum post ever could—don’t be lazy.”
“Use gloves if you’re prone to touching stuff mid-injection. It helps.”

Summary

Always use new, sterile equipment for each injection
Follow aseptic technique: clean hands, skin, and vial stoppers
Choose the correct needle size and depth for each site
Swap drawing and injecting needles to reduce pain and contamination
Dispose of sharps properly—never recap used needles

Safe injections are low-risk when done correctly—but risky when rushed. Your health is worth the 2 extra minutes of caution.