How to take it

Your treatment, step by step.

Most of our protocols are simple you-do-it-at-home formats: a quick subcutaneous injection or a nasal spray. Choose your format below and follow along, start to finish.

This is a general guide. Always follow the specific instructions from your clinician and the leaflet that ships with your medication. When in doubt, message your care team through your portal.

Getting started

Follow along by format.

Step 1

Wash your hands

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Step 1

Wash your hands

Scrub with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds, then dry with a clean towel.

Step 2

Prep the vial

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Step 2

Prep the vial

Let the vial reach room temperature, wipe the rubber top with an alcohol swab, and check that the liquid is clear.

Step 3

Prep the site

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Step 3

Prep the site

Wipe your chosen site with an alcohol swab and let it dry. Rotate between these subcutaneous sites:

Abdomen, 2 inches from the navel
Outer thigh
Back of the upper arm
Upper glute

Step 4

Draw your dose

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Step 4

Draw your dose

Draw your prescribed dose into the syringe, tap out any air bubbles, and double-check the amount.

Step 5

Inject

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Step 5

Inject

Pinch a fold of skin and insert the needle at the angle in your instructions, usually 45 to 90 degrees. Press the plunger slowly, then drop the needle straight into a sharps container.

Where to inject

Rotate between soft-tissue sites.

Choose a spot with enough soft tissue and stay at least two inches from your last injection to protect your skin over time.

Abdomen

At least 2 inches from your navel, avoiding scars.

Outer thigh

The fleshy front and outer area, midway down.

Back of upper arm

The soft area behind the upper arm (easier with help).

Upper glute

The upper outer quarter, alternating sides each dose.

Keep it safe

A few rules that matter.

Rotate every time

Reusing the same spot can irritate or harden the skin over time.

One needle, once

Never reuse or share needles. Always use a fresh one, into a sharps container.

Store as directed

Keep refrigerated as labeled and never freeze your medication.

Mild soreness is normal

Slight redness or a small bruise can happen and usually fades quickly.

Call if something's wrong

Severe swelling, a spreading rash, trouble breathing, or signs of infection: seek care right away.

Your team is one message away

Not sure about anything? Message your clinician through your portal before you dose.

Ready when you are.

Your protocol ships with everything you need and clear instructions.

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