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How to - Injection Guide

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For Thrivix prescribed patients only

How to Do a Subcutaneous Injection

  1. 1Wash your hands thoroughly
  2. 2Draw up prescribed dose in syringe (E.g 0.2ml is 20 units)
  3. 3Clean injection site with alcohol swab
  4. 4Pinch a fold of skin on your abdomen or thigh
  5. 5Insert needle at 45–90 degree angle
  6. 6Inject medication slowly and steadily
  7. 7Remove needle and apply gentle pressure
  8. 8Dispose of needle in sharps container

Peptide Pen Instructions

  1. 1Remove pen cap and attach a new needle
  2. 2Prime the pen by dialling 2 units and pressing
  3. 3Dial your prescribed dose (E.g 0.2ml is 20 units)
  4. 4Clean injection site with alcohol swab
  5. 5Insert needle into skin at 90 degrees
  6. 6Press the dose button fully and hold for 10 seconds
  7. 7Remove needle and dispose safely

How to Do an Intramuscular Injection

  1. 1Wash your hands thoroughly
  2. 2Draw up the prescribed dose in a syringe (E.g 0.2ml is 20 units)
  3. 3Clean injection site (outer thigh or glute)
  4. 4Stretch skin taut at injection site
  5. 5Insert needle at 90 degree angle firmly
  6. 6Inject medication slowly
  7. 7Remove needle and apply pressure with gauze
  8. 8Dispose of needle in sharps container

Important Safety Information

  • For Thrivix prescribed patients only
  • Follow your prescribed dose
  • If unsure, contact your clinician
  • Do not change your dose without medical advice
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This guide is for informational purposes only. Always follow your clinician's instructions.