Preparing to inject Uzpruvo

Step 1 – Take Uzpruvo out of refrigerator

Take Uzpruvo out of the refrigerator and leave it at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before injection.

• Don’t remove the pre-filled syringe grey needle cover
• Don’t use Uzpruvo if the liquid has been frozen
• Don’t shake the pre-filled syringe

Step 2 – Get items ready

Check Uzpruvo: confirm it is the right medicine and dose strength, ensure it is not damaged and check the expiry date to make sure it is in date. Confirm the solution in the syringe is clear and colourless to slightly yellow and practically free of visible particles.

Place the following items on a clean, flat surface:

• Uzpruvo pre-filled syringe
• Antiseptic wipes
• Adhesive bandage (not included in packaging)
• Cotton balls or gauze pads (not included in packaging)
• Puncture-resistant sharps disposal container (not included in packaging)

Wash and dry your hands carefully with soap and warm water before injection

Step 3 – Choose and clean injection site

Choose the injection site: it can be on your upper thighs, buttocks or belly (at least 5 cm from your belly button). Do not give an injection in an area of skin that is sore, bruised, red or hard.

If you are administering two injections for the 90 mg dose, choose different injection sites (e.g. right thigh and left thigh).

If a caregiver is giving you the injection, the outer area of the upper arms may also be used.

Clean the skin with the antiseptic wipe where you plan to give your injection and let it dry. Do not touch this area again before giving the injection and do not fan or blow on the clean area.