Slin - Into a Vein?

[Singleton]

1. What would happen if one were to inject slin into a vein?

2. Can you aspirate with a 27g insulin needle?

I always aspirate. I've never gotten blood from aspiration with a 27g but I have hit a few veins, some probably major, judging by the forceful eruption of blood from the injection site.

 

[dsh89]

Insulin is sometimes administered via an IV infusion, so it is safe to say that you can put it in a vein. However, as one would assume, if you go in a vein it will IMMEDIATELY hit the blood supply and take effect as opposed to having to go throught the tissues as in a subcutaneous injection.

 

[shamrock11]

Not all insulin is made to give IV. Just b/c a couple pf them can be give IV still doesn't mean they can be shot into the vein. Also, veins aren't under high pressure, it's the artires are high pressure.

 

[dsh89]

Sorry I was assuming he meant reg insulin because it seems that is what most are using. Personally, I would never touch the stuff to risky to me to fuck with. Knowing my luck, I would fall out lol.

 

[concordsize]

might want to pick up a kit of glucagon just incase.

 

[Makavelli]

You could do it, but I wouldn't recommend it. The timing effect would be too great a risk. Sub Q you have a pretty accurate idea when it will kick in.