Why storage matters
Peptide stability can be affected by temperature, light, agitation, and repeated contamination risk during handling. Product-specific instructions always take priority.
Temperature control basics
- Follow label-defined temperature ranges exactly when available.
- Avoid repeated warm/cold cycling when possible.
- Do not assume all lyophilized or reconstituted products share the same stability window.
Light and moisture protection
- Many sensitive compounds are stored in original containers to reduce light exposure.
- Keep stoppers/caps clean and dry; moisture intrusion can increase degradation risk.
Contamination prevention during handling
- Use aseptic technique for every vial access.
- Disinfect stoppers before puncture and use new sterile supplies each time.
- Minimize unnecessary punctures and handling events.
Labeling and tracking best practices
- Write reconstitution date/time and concentration on the vial.
- Track lot numbers and source details.
- Discard material with unexpected cloudiness, particles, or labeling uncertainty.
Travel and transport notes
- Use temperature-aware transport (insulated options + validated cold packs as needed).
- Avoid leaving temperature-sensitive products in parked vehicles.
- Document time out of range if excursions occur.
Sources
- WHO good storage and distribution practices (general pharmaceutical quality principles) β https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241505454
- CDC Injection Safety (aseptic handling principles) β https://www.cdc.gov/injection-safety/hcp/resources/index.html
- USP standards overview for compounding and quality handling β https://www.usp.org/compounding