Glutathione Reconstitution & Dosing
Quick answer: mix a 600 mg vial of Glutathione with 3 ml of bacteriostatic water. That gives 200.00 mg/ml, so a typical 200 mg dose is 100 units on a U-100 insulin syringe — about 3 doses per vial. Reported protocols range 100 mg–200 mg, 1–3x weekly.
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Calculate your exact dose
Typical range: 100 mg–200 mg, 1–3x weekly
Glutathione mixing chart — 600 mg vial
Units to draw for a 200 mg dose at different water amounts. More water never changes the dose — only the volume you measure.
| Water added | Concentration | 200 mg dose = | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ml | 600.00 mg/ml | 33 units | 6000.0 mcg |
| 2 ml | 300.00 mg/ml | 67 units | 3000.0 mcg |
| 2.5 ml | 240.00 mg/ml | 83 units | 2400.0 mcg |
| 3 ml ← typical | 200.00 mg/ml | 100 units | 2000.0 mcg |
| 5 ml | 120.00 mg/ml | 167 units (>1 syringe) | 1200.0 mcg |
Protocol reference
FAQ
How much bacteriostatic water do you add to Glutathione?+
Most protocols mix a 600 mg vial of Glutathione with 3 ml of bacteriostatic water. This gives 200.00 mg/ml, so a typical 200 mg dose is 100 units on a U-100 insulin syringe. More or less water is fine — it only changes the volume you draw, not the dose.
What is a typical Glutathione dose?+
Commonly reported Glutathione protocols use 100 mg to 200 mg, 1–3x weekly, administered via subcutaneous injection. These are reference figures from published protocols, not medical advice — individual use should be guided by a healthcare provider.
How many doses are in a 600 mg vial of Glutathione?+
At 200 mg per dose, a 600 mg vial contains about 3 doses, regardless of how much water you add.
How should Glutathione be stored?+
Reconstituted: refrigerate, protect from light, use within 2–4 weeks.
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Educational reference only. Values reflect commonly published research protocols and are not medical advice or a recommendation to use any compound. Glutathione may not be approved for human use in your jurisdiction.