Safer injection guide: Difference between revisions

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* '''Sterile water''' - It is important to use deionized water or distilled water when injecting substances as tap water may contain harmful impurities. It is also important to change the water at a regular interval to prevent bacteria growth within the water. Placing a small amount (10ml max) in a shot glass and using this for IV/IM purposes is a good way to ensure a fresh water supply.

* '''A buddy!''' - If possible, do your best not to I.V./I.M. alone. Things can go wrong. The risk of overdose is significantly increased when injecting and having someone there to call ~~911~~ or give you medical aid can literally be the difference between life and death.

* '''A buddy!''' - If possible, do your best not to I.V./I.M. alone. Things can go wrong. The risk of overdose is significantly increased when injecting and having someone there to call the emergency services or give you medical aid can literally be the difference between life and death.

* '''Micron filters''' - These are used to filter out solid impurities in the drug solution. A cotton filter is better than nothing, but a micron filter is considered to be the best.

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 * '''Sterile water''' - It is important to use deionized water or distilled water when injecting substances as tap water may contain harmful impurities. It is also important to change the water at a regular interval to prevent bacteria growth within the water. Placing a small amount (10ml max) in a shot glass and using this for IV/IM purposes is a good way to ensure a fresh water supply.
-* '''A buddy!''' - If possible, do your best not to I.V./I.M. alone. Things can go wrong. The risk of overdose is significantly increased when injecting and having someone there to call 911 or give you medical aid can literally be the difference between life and death.
+* '''A buddy!''' - If possible, do your best not to I.V./I.M. alone. Things can go wrong. The risk of overdose is significantly increased when injecting and having someone there to call the emergency services or give you medical aid can literally be the difference between life and death.
 * '''Micron filters''' - These are used to filter out solid impurities in the drug solution. A cotton filter is better than nothing, but a micron filter is considered to be the best.