Step-by-step guidance for giving yourself a subcutaneous injection at home.
Glatiramer Acetate Injection is given as a subcutaneous injection - meaning it is injected into the fatty tissue just under your skin. Your healthcare provider or nurse will show you how to give your own injections.
Your healthcare provider or a nurse will show you how to self-inject before your first dose.
Read the complete Instructions for Use (IFU) included in your carton before starting.
You will need: 1 pre-filled syringe, alcohol wipe, cotton ball, and a sharps disposal container.
Allow the syringe to reach room temperature for approximately 20 minutes before injecting.
You can inject Glatiramer Acetate Injection into four areas of your body. Rotate injection sites with every dose to reduce the risk of skin reactions and lipoatrophy (skin dimpling).
Avoid the 2-inch area around your belly button
Both left and right thighs
Both left and right arms
Both left and right hips
Do not stop using glatiramer acetate injection or change your dosing schedule without talking to your healthcare provider.
Glatiramer Acetate Injection is a prescription medicine. Always use as directed by your healthcare provider. Refer to the Instructions for Use (IFU) included in your carton for complete administration instructions.
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