Preparing for the Injection
When you are ready to inject your medicine:
- Remove the pre-filled syringe from the fridge
- Prepare alcohol swabs for sterilizing the injection site
- Have a sharps container ready to dispose of the needle
Check the Medication
- The medication should be clear and free of particles. If it appears discolored or cloudy, don’t use it and contact us.
- Ensure you are using the medication within 45 days of the reconstitution date on your Treatment Plan
Choose Your Injection Site
Tirzepatide is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) in areas with fatty tissue. Common injection sites include:
- Abdomen: Avoid the area within 2 inches of your belly button.
- Thighs: Use the front part of your thighs.
- Upper Arms: The back of your arms can also be used if accessible.
Weekly injections don’t irriitate most people, but you can change your injection sites a bit to minimize irritation
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First Wash Your Hands
Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water.
Prepare the Injection
- Disinfect the Injection Site: Use an alcohol swab to clean the selected area and let it dry.
- Remove the Cap from the Syringe
Inject the Medication
- Pinch the Skin: Gently pinch the skin around the injection site to create a fold.
- Insert the Needle: Hold the needle at a 90-degree angle (or 45 degrees for thinner skin) and insert it smoothly into the fold.
- Deliver the Medication: Push the plunger down slowly and steadily.
- Remove the Needle: Withdraw the needle smoothly and dispose of it in a sharps container.
Post-Injection
- Apply Pressure: You may use a cotton ball or tissue to gently press the injection site, if necessary.
- Dispose of the Needle: Place the used needle in a sharps container.
