What brand syringe do you recommend?

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

ReliOn U-100 31 gauge 8mm syringes with half unit marks came with my starting prescription of Lantus. Need to get more syringes and wondering what others use. Maggie still seems to be very aware of the poke when I give her injections, so looking to remedy that if I can.
I know giving Lantus I must use U-100 syringes, and I think 31 gauge is the smallest available, and with her long hair I don't think I need a shorter length. Maybe someone makes a better quality syringe for a better injection experience?
@Yong , @Bobbie And Bubba , @carfurby , @Judy and Boomer , @Osha , @Chubba , @LizzieInTexas , @Gizmo's Mom
Thanks for all the knowledge you've shared and continued to share!!

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

I used Monject syringes.

 

[Judy and Boomer]

I use 31 gauge 8 mm as well, they are BD syringes which I don't recommend because the marks on the syringe looks like it's been drawn by a 3 year old. But it's what is available here.

 

[Bobbie And Bubba]

I used the Relion 31 gauge, 8 mm ( short ) and I had no issue with them.

Sometime to keep in mind with the injections is that the needle has a long end and a bevel side. You want to make sure you are placing the needle so that the bevel is up and the needle glides into the skin better. I didn't realize that for a while until I read it is someone's thread.

 

[Yong & Maury GA]

Hi Alicia, I use 0.5" needle syringes too since Maury is fluffy. These are mine: https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/1289/monoject-ultra-comfort-insulin-syringes

 

[carfurby (GA)]

I used to use the Relions from Wal-Mart until I had a hassle getting syringes from them. I switched to these:

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/1316/surecomfort-short-needle-insulin-syringes

 

[Adrian and Chino]

I tried Carepoint before finding these Ulti-Care U-100 Half Unit syringes and they are so much better. I almost never get bubbles when using these. When I measured 1 unit on a handful of syringes with calipers, I got very consistent measurements. When I multiplied the value by Chino's dose at the time, then measured it against each syringe, I got exactly the right dose at the corresponding mark on the barrel, so I trust that the dose I draw up is truly what the barrel shows. They're a little more expensive than others, since there are only 60 syringes in a box, but it's worth it for the accuracy and ease of use.

 

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

You want to make sure you are placing the needle so that the bevel is up and the needle glides into the skin better.

I have been injecting bevel up, but thanks for the tip.

@Yong Hey Yong, is there a reason you use 29 gauge instead of 31?

Thanks Sienne, Judy, Bobbie, Yong, and Carla!

 

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

I tried Carepoint before finding these Ulti-Care U-100 Half Unit syringes and they are so much better. I almost never get bubbles when using these. When I measured 1 unit on a handful of syringes with calipers, I got very consistent measurements. When I multiplied the value by Chino's dose at the time, then measured it against each syringe, I got exactly the right dose at the corresponding mark on the barrel, so I trust that the dose I draw up is truly what the barrel shows. They're a little more expensive than others, since there are only 60 syringes in a box, but it's worth it for the accuracy and ease of use.

Hey Adrian, I often get some bubbles, so these sound useful. And the accuracy is definitely a plus!
The link says they are "triple beveled", so does the tip look different than the picture Bobbie sent? Thanks!

 

[Yong & Maury GA]

I have been injecting bevel up, but thanks for the tip.

@Yong Hey Yong, is there a reason you use 29 gauge instead of 31?

Thanks Sienne, Judy, Bobbie, Yong, and Carla!

I have nerve damage so I can be a little shaky some days, I feel I'd be more likely to bend a 31g needle .

 

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

I feel I'd be more likely to bend a 31g needle .

Yeah, the 31s do seem to bend if you look at them too hard!

 

[Tasha & Darwin]

I like these Sol-M syringes with 1/2" needles. I work at a veterinary clinic, and we use them there. I just find that I am sure I got the needle in when I use the longer needle, and Darwin doesn't react at all. I'm not sure how they are priced compared to other syringes, but they work out to $0.12/syringe which I find reasonable. Of course, I realized I just ordered 200 U-40 syringes instead of U-100 by complete mistake

At least I can bring them to the vet clinic I work at, and we'll use them there - doh!

 

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

I like these Sol-M syringes with 1/2" needles. I'm not sure how they are priced compared to other syringes, but they work out to $0.12/syringe which I find reasonable

Hi Tasha, that price fits within the range of the others: about $10-$17.

Of course, I realized I just ordered 200 U-40 syringes instead of U-100 by complete mistake

Sound like something I would do as well...

 

[Adrian and Chino]

The link says they are "triple beveled", so does the tip look different than the picture Bobbie sent?

When I zoomed in to take a picture, I couldn't get my phone to focus so I Googled it:

 

[Tasha & Darwin]

Hi Tasha, that price fits within the range of the others: about $10-$17.

That's good! They're made for veterinary use, so I wondered if they ran more expensive, but I really like them! They're made specifically for fine dosing, and I find them pretty easy to read.

Sound like something I would do as well...

Lol, so silly of me! I was so set on making sure to order ones with 1/2" needle and 1/2 unit marking

 

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

I decided to order the https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/5739/ulticare-u-100-vetrx-half-unit-insulin-syringes and the https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/1291/monoject-ultra-comfort-insulin-syringes . I'll have a "stick-off" and see if Maggie tolerates one better than the other. Thanks everyone!