About Syringes and Needles
Syringes and needles are among the most frequently reordered items in home and clinical care, and small differences in specification matter. This collection covers standard luer lock and slip tip syringes, insulin syringes, oral and enteral syringes, hypodermic needles, safety needles and sharps containers from Becton Dickinson and Amsino Urological. It is one part of our exam and procedure supplies category.
Four attributes define a syringe or needle:
- mL: syringe capacity, from fractional-mL insulin syringes to large irrigation syringes.
- Gauge: needle diameter; a higher gauge number means a thinner needle.
- Length: needle length in inches or millimeters.
- Count: units per box or case.
Tip type also matters. Luer lock tips twist onto needles and connectors, slip tips press on, and ENFit syringes are designed to connect only to ENFit enteral feeding devices. Insulin syringes are marked in units rather than mL. The gauge, length and syringe size you use should be as specified by your prescriber. When restocking, the REF number on the box captures all of these details at once.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right syringe size, needle gauge and length?
Syringe capacity should match the volume you need to measure, since smaller syringes give finer markings. Gauge and needle length depend on the type of injection and are specified by your prescriber. Also confirm the tip type, such as luer lock, slip tip or ENFit, and whether you need a safety needle.
Do syringes and needles require a prescription or have insurance coverage?
Some states require a prescription for certain syringes and needles, and rules vary. Where a HCPCS code applies, it is shown on the product page for reference. Coverage depends on your payer and plan, and ArmadaMeds does not bill insurance or promise reimbursement, so check with your plan and local requirements.
How do I reorder the same syringes by the box or case?
Search the REF number printed on your current box. Then confirm mL capacity, gauge, needle length, tip type and count on the listing, since each combination is a separate item. Most syringes and needles are sold by the box, with case options listed separately.