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Injection Instructions

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There are two types of injections.
Choose which is best for you.

Subcutaneous Injection Instructions
Intramuscular Injection Instructions
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Subcutaneous Injections

Subcutaneous Injection Areas
Step 1: Cleanse

Cleanse your selected SUBCUTANEOUS injection site with an alcohol wipe and allow to dry.

Step 2: Pinch

While holding the syringe with your dominant hand between your thumb and finger (as you would a pencil), pinch the skin (with your other hand) at the site you have selected.

Step 3: Insert

With a quick, dart-like motion, insert the entire needle (up to the hub of the syringe) at a 90° or a 45° angle and depress the plunger slowly and carefully.

Step 4: Remove

After the injection is complete, quickly pull out the needle. If bleeding, apply pressure to the injection site with a sterile gauze pad. If discomfort occurs after your injection, you may gently massage the injection site to alleviate your discomfort.

Step 5: Dispose

After injecting the medication, dispose of the syringe into the Sharps waste container. It is unnecessary to recap the needle as this could cause injury.

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Intramuscular Injections

Intramuscular Injection Areas
Step 1: Cleanse

Cleanse your selected INTRAMUSCULAR injection site with an alcohol wipe and allow to dry.

Step 2: Stretch

Hold the syringe with your dominant hand between your thumb and index finger (as you would a pencil). With your other hand, firmly stretch your skin at the selected injection site. Make sure you are using the intramuscular needle (usually 1 ½ "). NOTE: To minimize bruising, firmly stretch the skin.

Step 3: Insert

With a quick, dart-like motion, insert the entire needle (up to the hub of the syringe) at a 90° angle into the stretched skin area between your thumb and index finger.

Step 4: Check

Using either hand to stabilize the syringe, pull back slightly on the plunger and watch for blood in the syringe. (This is rare). You may feel slight resistance or see a small bubble - this is normal. If blood is not seen in the syringe, the needle is inserted properly. If blood appears in the syringe, DO NOT INJECT YOUR MEDICATIONS. Withdraw the needle, cover the site with a gauze pad, and apply pressure. Discard the syringe into the Sharps container. Repeat mixing and injection instructions.

Step 5: Plunge

Depress the plunger slowly and steadily.

Step 6: Remove

Pull the syringe out in one motion.

Step 7: Dispose

After injecting the medication, dispose of the syringe into the Sharps waste container. It is unnecessary to recap the needle as this could cause injury.

Step 8: Apply Pressure & Bandage

Apply pressure to the site with a gauze pad and gently massage the area to help disperse the medication and relieve discomfort. Apply a bandage if necessary.

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Portland, OR. 97202

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