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Uses:

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
• An IM injection is a shot given in your muscle (upper arm, thigh, buttocks). An SC injection is a shot given just under your skin. An IV infusion is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.
• This medicine can sometimes be added to total parenteral nutrition (TPN) solutions. Make sure you understand how to open the ampule (the tube the medicine comes in) and add the medicine to your TPN liquid. Your doctor or caregiver will tell you how to use the medicine.
• This medicine should be given by a person trained to give IV, SC, or IM medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or friend can be taught to give your medicine.
• If you are getting the IV medicine, check the bag to make sure there are no leaks. Make sure the liquid in the bag is clear.

• This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Then go back to your usual dosing schedule.
• If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor for instructions.

Storage:

• If you see specks in the IV liquid, You should not use it.
• If you have your treatments at home, you should be given a special container for the used needles. Keep it where children or pets cannot reach it.
• Keep the medicine at room temperature and away from direct light.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Special precautions:

• Be sure your doctor knows if you are taking a blood thinner (such as Coumadin®), aspirin, or an antibiotic before you take this medicine.

Warnings:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• Do not eat any more green, leafy vegetables (foods high in vitamin K) than usual.

Side Effects:

• Rash or hives
• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• Dizziness, fast or irregular heartbeat
• Strange taste in your mouth
• Pain, swelling, or tenderness where the shot was given