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What Insulin Syringe Size Do I Need?:
Syringes come in various body and needle sizes to fit every diabetic's particular needs and dosages. The body size relates to the capacity of the syringe, and the needle size relates to the gauge of the needle.

Syringes come in three body sizes, 1cc, 0.5cc, and 0.3cc. This pertains to the overall capacity of the syringe. The gradation markings for U-100 insulin of each size are:

Size Maximum Dosage Scale Increments
1cc 100 units 2 units
.5cc 50 units 1 unit
.3cc 30 units 1 unit

Generally speaking, you should size your syringe to your maximum injection dosage. For example, if you are taking 20 units per shot, you could use either a 0.5cc/50 unit syringe or a 0.3cc/30 unit syringe. If you are taking 60 units, use a 1cc/100 unit syringe. Since the markings are wider apart the smaller the syringe size, it is generally easier to read a 35 unit dosage on a 0.5cc/50 unit syringe than on a 1cc/100 unit syringe. It is easier to read a 15 unit dosage on a 0.3cc/30 unit syringe than on a 0.5cc/50 unit syringe. There is nothing wrong with doing a 15 unit dosage on a 1cc/100 unit syringe, but remember, being precise with your dosage leads to better diabetes management.

Needles are available with 28 gauge, 29 gauge, 30 guage, and 31 gauge sizes. This number represents the U.S. standard sizing for stainless steel hypodermic tubing. The actual dimensions are:

Outside Diameter Inside diameter Nominal Wall Thickness
28 gauge .014 inches .0065 inches .0035 inches
29 gauge .013 inches .0065 inches .003 inches
30 gauge .012 inches .0055 inches .003 inches
31 gauge .010 inches .0045 inches .0025 inches

The larger the gauge size, the smaller the outside diameter, and therefore, the smaller the hole put in you. One would initially think, "The smaller the hole, the less discomfort, the better!" This is not always the case. Please note that the inside diameter remains the same for 28 and 29 gauge, and though the 30 gauge inside diameter is smaller on the 29 gauge and 30 gauge, the nominal wall thickness is smaller. This means that the needle will be weaker and more likely to bend if you do not inject straight in, or have particularly tough skin, or a lot of callouses. You and your physician or diabetes educator must be the judge of your comfort level and needs.

Please note, that the standard length of the 28 gauge and 29 gauge needle is 1/2 inch while the 30 gauge and 31 gauge needle is only 5/16 inch hence the term "short needle". This shorter needle is required to prevent the much thinner needle from bending. There is also a psychological incentive to use a shorter needle, but most adults will find that the 29 gauge will work just fine as they need a slightly larger diameter and greater length.

Please consult your physician or diabetes educator before making any changes in needle size, length, or capacity.
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Autoject 2 - Self Injection Made Simpler
Autoject 2 - Self Injection Made Simpler
Our Price: $30.77

Autoject 2 has been specially designed for those who have difficulty injecting themselves manually with a syringe. At the touch of a button, Autoject 2 automatically inserts the needle and contents of the syringe into the skin without the user having to see the needle.
A choice of depth adjusters. Allows the use of a wide range of syringe brands and the ability to pre-set different penetration depths.
Comes with carry case
BD Home Sharps Container - 1.4 qt Red
BD Home Sharps Container - 1.4 qt Red
Our Price: $4.27

Sharps container for Insulin Syringes, Pen Needles and Lancets. Leak resistant. Puncture resistant. Snap lock lid. Can hold 70 to 100 insulin syringes or up to 300 pen needles.
BD Magni-Guide Device
BD Magni-Guide Device
Our Price: $4.97

The BD Magni-Guide™ device works as both an insulin syringe scale magnifier and a needle guide.
BD Safe-Clip - Needle Clipping & Storage
BD Safe-Clip - Needle Clipping & Storage
List Price: $9.99
Our Price: $4.27

BD Safe Clip Needle Clipping and Storage Device works with insulin syringe & pen needles. BD Safe-Clip is designed for needle disposal and can be used with 28G through 31G needles, 3/16 inch (5mm) through 1/2 inch (12.7mm) length needles. Holds up to 1500 clipped needles.
Flents 7-Day Diabetic Syringe Organizer
List Price: $9.89
Our Price: $6.77

A diabetic's life can get very complicated. Between monitoring food intake, exercise, glucose levels, insulin shots, and a host of other activities, diabetics can have a lot on their mind. That's why Ezy Dose 7-Day Syringe Organizer is such a great product - it can help to ease worries about insulin injections.
Flents Diabetic 7-Day Pill Reminder with Syringe and Insulin Department
Flents Diabetic 7-Day Pill Reminder with Syringe and Insulin Department
Our Price: $4.77

Individual compartments for medication or glucose tablets, syringe and insulin.
Flents Insulated Diabetic Wallet Convenient Carrying Case
List Price: $15.99
Our Price: $12.77

The Ezy-Dose Insulated Diabetic Wallet is a convenient, attractive way to carry your insulin, syringes and alcohol swabs. The gel pack included insulates and protects your insulin from temperature fluctuations.
Flents Preloaded Syringe Carrying Case
List Price: $15.99
Our Price: $12.77

This Preloaded Syringe Carrying Case looks like a pen, that discreetly carries your insulin anywhere. Small enough to fit into a pocket, purse or briefcase.
Flents Syringe Magnifier - Fits all 1cc and 1/2cc insulin syringes
Flents Syringe Magnifier - Fits all 1cc and 1/2cc insulin syringes
List Price: $5.99
Our Price: $4.97

Clip the Flents Syringe Magnifier to your insulin syringe for easier reading of calibrations to avoid dosage error. Fits on 1 cc and 1/2 cc syringes.
Flents Vial & Syringe Injection Safety Guide
Flents Vial & Syringe Injection Safety Guide
List Price: $1.69
Our Price: $1.47

Ideal for daily insulin users, this injection aid guides the needle into the vial and helps eliminate blunted or broken needles. Also helps to keep needles factory-sharp
Medicool ProtectAll - Blue
Medicool ProtectAll - Blue
Our Price: $33.77

The Protect All can be carried comfortably around your waist or slung over the shoulder. The Protect All is the ideal carrying case to store and protect all your ...
Medicool Protector Insulin Case - Black
Medicool Protector Insulin Case - Black
Our Price: $23.77

Most doctors recommend insulin be kept refrigerated to ensure its maximum potency.Insulated case keeps cooler pack cold for up to 16 hours, so you can take a trip across country.The compact Protector is ideal for daily use and trips where a minimal amount of supplies is required.
Medicool Protector Insulin Case - Blue
Our Price: $23.77

Most doctors recommend insulin be kept refrigerated to ensure its maximum potency.Insulated case keeps cooler pack cold for up to 16 hours, so you can take a trip across country.The compact Protector is ideal for daily use and trips where a minimal amount of supplies is required.
Medicool ProtectAll - Blue
Medicool's MediCooler
Our Price: $39.77

Medicooler Portable Cooler keeps your diabetes injectables cool while you are traveling. MediCOOLER™ lightweight mini-refrigerator can keep your insulin bottles and insulin pens safely cool at the recommended temperature range between 36 and 46 degrees F.
MEDport On the Go Sharps Transport and Disposal Container - Box of 12
List Price: $8.99
Our Price: $7.77

The On the Go Sharps Transport and Disposal by MEDport is a portable sharps disposal container that allows you to safely dispose of the day's used syringes and sharps.
MEDport On the Go Sharps Transport and Disposal Container - Box of 6
List Price: $5.99
Our Price: $5.69

The On the Go Sharps Transport and Disposal by MEDport is a portable sharps disposal container that allows you to safely dispose of the day's used syringes and sharps.