FDA cleared for ophthalmic use.
Eye clinics still use non-ophthalmic needles.
The sharp increase in retinal conditions such as neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), diabetic macular edema (DME), diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion has led to a surge in intravitreal injection procedures. Despite this, many practices still rely on hypodermic needles not originally intended for use in the eye. STERiJECT™ was created to meet this unmet clinical need—offering a dedicated device for ophthalmologists and retina specialists that prioritizes dose control, patient comfort, and sterility.

Regular Hypodermic Needle
Non compliant
Not tested
Endotoxin limit 20.0 EU/device
~ 0.04 ml

STERiJECT Ophthalmic Needle
FDA 510(k) issued
USP 789 compliant
Endotoxin limit 0.2 EU/device
~ 0.0 ml
Accurate dose injection.
STERiJECT Low Dead Space needles ensure close to zero product loss and accurate dose delivery.
LDS (Low Dead Space) needles are designed to support precise and consistent dosing—an essential feature when delivering very small volumes of medication. In ophthalmic treatments, where doses as small as 0.05 mL are common, even slight variances in delivery can impact therapeutic outcomes.
By minimizing residual volume left in the syringe, LDS needles help ensure that the intended dose is fully administered to the patient. This level of accuracy is especially critical in clinical applications where consistency, safety, and treatment efficacy depend on exact dosing every time.
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Available in sizes from 30G up to 34G, reducing risk of vitreous flux and hemorrhaging.
STERiJECT™ ophthalmic needles are available in sizes ranging from 30G to 34G, offering a balance between precision and patient comfort. These fine-gauge options are designed specifically for intravitreal injections, where minimizing tissue disruption is essential.
The needle design helps reduce the risk of vitreous reflux and subconjunctival hemorrhage, while maintaining an optimal flow rate and injection force. This ensures consistent drug delivery with minimal discomfort, even during high-volume clinical use.