Types of HGH Injections

You may have heard or read about different types of HGH injections and wondered which works best. When dealing with the leading brands of human growth hormone medications, one injector style is not better than another. The primary factors are ease of use, price, and whether or not continuing refrigeration will make a difference. In all instances, the HGH medication coming from the brands listed below is of the highest quality. The brands of HGH we discuss in this review are:

Genotropin
Norditropin
Humatrope
Saizen
Omnitrope
Zomacton

Two other HGH brands, Zorbtive and Serostim, have specific uses for Short Bowel Syndrome and HIV/AIDS-associated wasting – respectively. That is why they are not being covered on this page regarding HGH treatment for adults with growth hormone deficiency. The different types of HGH injections include standard shots administered with insulin syringes, injector pens, and prefilled, single-use syringes. Variation in injector pen styles depends on the pharmaceutical manufacturer. Injector pens and disposable prefilled syringes are available in various strengths. The dosage prescribed by the doctor will influence selection options.

The various types of HGH injections include single-dose, prefilled syringes, injector pens, and vial and standard syringe options.

Comparison of the Different Types of HGH Injections

The difference between the various types of human growth hormone injections are outlined in the chart below:

HGH Brand Name	Delivery Strength and Style	All-In-One Injector Pen	Replaceable Cartridge Pen	Refrigeration Necessary	Pre-Mixed	Uses Insulin Syringes
Genotropin Pens	5 and 12 mg	No	Yes	Yes	No – two-chambers	No
Genotropin MiniQuick	10 strengths, prefilled syringes	Yes	No	No (up to 3 months)	No – two-chambers	No
Norditropin FlexPro Pen	5, 10, 15, and 30 mg	Yes	No	Only prior to first use	Yes	No
HumatroPen	6, 12, and 24 mg	No	Yes	Yes	No	No
Humatrope	5 mg vials	No	No	Yes	No	Yes
Omnitrope Pens	5 and 10 mg	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Omnitrope	5.8 mg vials	No	No	Yes	No	Yes
Saizen one.click pen	8.8 mg cartridges	No	Yes	Yes	No	No
Saizen easypod	8.8 mg cartridges	No	Yes	Yes	No	No
Saizen	5 and 8.8 mg vials	No	No	Yes	No	Yes
Zomacton Zoma-Jet 10	10 mg vial	No	Yes – vials with adaptor	Yes	No	No
Zomacton	5 and 10 mg vials	No	No	Yes	No	Yes

Of these different types of HGH injections, only the Genotropin MiniQuick and Norditropin FlexPro pens can go without refrigeration for a period of time. The Genotropin MiniQuick comes in 10 different strengths. It is a single-dose, prefilled, two-chamber syringe, with one chamber holding the HGH powder, and the other, the diluent. When ready to administer, the solution combines inside the syringe for quick and easy injection. The Norditropin FlexPro pens require refrigeration before the first use of each new pen. After that, they are room-temperature stable for up to 3 weeks. They last for 4 weeks if kept refrigerated at all times. Another benefit of the Norditropin pens is that the solution is already premixed inside the unit. There is no need for reconstitution. The only other product to offer that feature is the Omnitrope pen – available in 5 and 10 mg sizes. For those that are squeamish or would like to keep the needle hidden from view during the injection, the following products offer an optional needle guard:

Genotropin MiniQuick
Genotropin Pens
Norditropin FlexPro Pens
HumatroPens

Saizen and Zomacton both offer needle-free devices.

By understanding the different types of HGH injections, it is then possible to make an educated treatment choice.

Which Types of HGH Injections Are Best?

It is impossible to recommend any particular option as the best type of HGH injections. The optimal choice for one person may not be the best decision for someone else. Hand dexterity, lifestyle habits, and travel expectations may play a role in determining which brand and injector style fits someone’s needs. A person who travels frequently may want to select either the Genotropin MiniQuick or the Norditropin FlexPro Pens if they do not want to worry about carrying a cooler and finding a refrigerator wherever they go. Some people want the utmost convenience, and like the fact that the Norditropin FlexPro Pens do not require mixing or changing of cartridges. Others may not want to pay a higher price for that feature. For them, the standard vial and syringe method of administering HGH is the best choice. Humatrope, Omnitrope, Saizen, and Zomacton all offer that option. To help you navigate through the different types of growth hormone injections, our medical advisors discuss your personal situation to determine the best choice. Ultimately, we are here to help you receive the best treatment to restore balance to your body’s growth hormone levels. For additional information about the various types of HGH injections, or to find out if you have growth hormone deficiency, please contact Kingsberg Medical for your free consultation.

Get Started

Brian Leeber