HCG Injections Sites – How to Choose Your Spots

You are about to begin using HCG as prescribed by your doctor, but you now need to know how to choose the spots you will use for the injections. There are a number of different HCG injections sites that can be utilized, and part of the determination will be based on the purpose of the medication. Individuals who are on the HCG diet for weight loss will typically administer the HCG subcutaneously to their abdomen.

If the doctor has recommended using HCG intramuscular injection sites, then the upper thighs and buttocks are often the best choice. It is important to have this discussion with the prescribing doctor or medical advisor before proceeding with any shots.

HCG can be very effective when used in the properly prescribed manner.

HCG Injections Procedures

After choosing the HCG injection best site for your needs, you will want to familiarize yourself with the prescribed procedures for administering the HCG into your body. Weight Loss Medical Center provides an online video link so that you can actually watch the preparation process for reconstituting the HCG freeze-dried powder and preparing the injection.

Each day you will be alternating HCG injection sites. Body tenderness at the injection site is possible, especially the first few times you give yourself a shot until you get the hang of it. As time goes by, your approach will most likely become increasingly gentle.

Here is a summary of the HCG injection procedures:

• Gather all supplies and remove the HCG from the refrigerator at least 15 minutes before use
• Wipe the cap of the HCG vial with an alcohol swab
• Uncap the 1 ml needle and set the cap aside
• Pull the syringe plunger back until it reaches the 50 unit mark – this fills it with air to put into the HCG vial
• Insert the needle into the HCG vial and push the plunger all the way in
• Tilt the vial so that the HCG fluid covers the needle and pull the plunger back until it is filled with HCG as prescribed
• Remove the needle and recap it while prepping the injection site
• Sanitize the injection site with an alcohol swab – this site should be 1 – 2 inches to the side of the belly button
• Uncap the needle and pinch about 1 inch of skin and tissue between your thumb and next two fingers
• Insert the needle at an angle of 45 degrees
• Push the plunger in until the HCG has been completely injected
• Release the skin and remove the needle, recapping and disposing in a Sharps container.
• Return the HCG vial to the refrigerator

Tips for Easy Injecting of HCG

The following tips will help make injecting HCG easier. If you have any questions about this procedure, please contact Weight Loss Medical Center for guidance and support.

Simplifying the administration to your HCG injections sites:

• Gather all supplies before getting started
• Let the HCG vial sit out from the refrigerator for 15 -20 minutes before use
• Sanitize the injection site and vial cap thoroughly to prevent bacteria or contamination
• Remember to pinch at least an inch of tissue/skin between your thumb and next two fingers for the injection
• Insert the needle at a 45-degree angle gently but quickly
• Remove the needle in a smooth movement

If you need any other help, please contact the clinical advisors at Weight Loss Medical Center for support. Consultations are always free of charge.