How to Reconstitute Epithalon (Epitalon): Dilution & Khavinson Cycle Guide
50mg Vial + 5mL BAC Water = 10.0 mg/mL (5.0 mg per 50 Units on U-100)
Standard Diluent: 0.9% Benzyl Alcohol Bacteriostatic Water (USP)
Required Laboratory Equipment
- Epithalon 10mg/50mg vial
- BAC water
- Alcohol swabs
- U-100 Syringes
Step-by-Step Reconstitution Protocol
- Swab rubber tops with alcohol.
- Inject 5.0 mL BAC water down the side of the 50mg Epithalon vial.
- Swirl gently; Epithalon dissolves in under 15 seconds.
- Refrigerate at 2-8°C.
Syringe Draw Volume by Target Dose
| Target Dose (mcg) | U-100 Syringe Draw | U-50 Syringe Draw |
|---|---|---|
| 5000 mcg | 50 Units (0.5 mL) | 25 Units |
| 10000 mcg | 100 Units (1 mL) | 50 Units |
| 2500 mcg | 25 Units (0.25 mL) | 12.5 Units |
Safety & Sterility Guidelines (USP <797>)
- Lyophilized dry powder is very stable; once mixed, complete the 10-20 day cycle without leaving vial unused for months.