Description
Drug Info: ApoThera Drug Disease Clinical Support App
Administration
β Administer as a subcutaneous injection into the thigh or lower abdomen (avoiding areas within 2 inches of navel); caregiver may administer in upper arm
β Rotate injection sites including initial 300 mg doses; do not administer into skin that is tender, damaged, bruised, or scarred
β Patients may self-administer injection after proper training
β Allow solution to reach room temperature for 45 minutes prior to use; do not remove needle cap while allowing product to reach room temperature
β Do not shake
β Do not use if solution is discolored or contains particulate matter
β Prefilled syringe does not contain a preservative; discard unused portion.
Missed Dose
β If a dose is missed, administer within 7 days from the missed dose and then resume the original schedule
β If the missed dose is not administered within 7 days, wait until the next dose on the original schedule
Storage
β Store at 2Β°C to 8Β°C (36Β°F to 46Β°F)
β Do not freeze
β Do not expose to direct heat
Monitoring
β Monitor for signs/symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions and ocular adverse effects