Introduction
On the following pages, we will explain to you how to prepare Interferon beta-1b for administration and how to proceed with injecting Interferon beta-1b yourself. Please read the instructions carefully and follow them step by step.
Your doctor or nurse will instruct and assist you in learning the procedure and the technique of self-administration.
Do not attempt self-administration until you are sure that you understand the requirements for preparing the injection solution.
The whole process is illustrated with pictures so you can easily follow along and be confident that you are not missing or forgetting any steps.
The instructions will include the following main steps:
- Preparation and dissolution of your Interferon beta-1b
- Choosing and preparing the injection site
- Manual injection of your Interferon beta-1b solution under the skin
- Injection with the help of autoinjectors
- Management of injection site reactions
- Question and answers on the new application system
Each Interferon beta-1b single pack contains the following items:
1 Interferon beta-1b vial (with powder for injection solution)
1 prefilled syringe of solvent for Interferon beta-1b (sodium chloride solution 5.4 mg/ml [0.54%])
1 vial adapter with a pre-attached needle
2 alcohol swabs for skin and vial cleaning
Before you start
It is important to eliminate stress in order to effectively administer your injection. Having all the necessary items and choosing a time and place where you are least likely to be interrupted is a great strategy. Administering your injection before you go to bed can be a good idea. Not just because you can sleep through any possible side effects that may occur, but also because you are not under daily stress any more.
Remember, to get the most out of the treatment, Interferon beta-1b should be administered under the most sterile conditions available. First, place all the necessary items on a clean surface, including a disposal unit for used syringes and needles. You may also want to use a specially designed non-slip Interferon beta-1b mat for preparing your injection. Then wash your hands thoroughly. Now you are ready to start the actual assembly and preparation process.
