Instructions

This medicine is injected into the skin. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist where on your body this medicine can be injected and how to inject it.

Read and make sure you understand the instructions for measuring dose and using syringe. If you have any questions, talk to your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Always inspect the medicine before using.

The liquid should be clear or light yellow.

Do not use the medicine if it is cloudy, contains flakes or large particles, or if it has changed color.

Do not shake the medicine before using.

Store at room temperature or in refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light.

Keep the medicine in its original container.

If needed, this medicine may be stored at room temperature for 14 days or less.

Take the medicine out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before use to warm to room temperature.

Discard unused medicine after 14 days at room temperature.

Never use any medicine that has expired.

Wash your hands before and after handling this medicine.

Clean the injection site with alcohol before applying the injector.

Do not inject through clothing.

Do not inject into moles, scars, stretch marks, or into skin that is tender, bruised, red, scaly, thickened, or hard.

Avoid injecting the medicine within 2 inches around the navel.

Change location of injection each time.

Do not rub or massage the area where the injection was given.

It is important that you keep taking each dose of this medicine on time even if you are feeling well.

If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.

Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.

Tell your doctor if symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.

Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.

Cautions

During pregnancy, this medicine should be used only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

This medicine may reduce your body's ability to fight infections. Avoid contact with people with colds, flu or other infections. Contact your doctor if you develop fever, cough, sore throat, or chills.

Speak with your health care provider before receiving any vaccinations.

It is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

• eye redness, itching, or swelling
• pain, redness, swelling near injection

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

• cough that does not go away
• pain in the eye
• fever or chills
• sore throat
• blurring or changes of vision

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.