Injection Technique & Storage Guide

Before You Inject

• Wash your hands thoroughly.
• Check that your medication looks normal for your specific prescription — contact us if it looks cloudy or discolored, unless otherwise instructed.
• Let refrigerated medication sit out briefly to reach room temperature if instructed by your care team.
• Gather your supplies: medication pen/syringe, alcohol swab, and sharps container.

Step-by-Step Injection

• Clean the injection site with an alcohol swab and let it air dry.
• Pinch a small fold of skin if instructed for your device.
• Insert the needle at the angle recommended for your specific medication and device.
• Inject slowly and steadily.
• Hold for the recommended count before withdrawing (check your device instructions).
• Dispose of the needle immediately in a sharps container.

Rotating Your Injection Site

Rotating sites helps prevent irritation and keeps tissue healthy. We recommend rotating through six sites on a weekly basis: right side of your abdomen, left side of your abdomen, right arm, left arm, right thigh, left thigh — then starting the cycle over. This gives each site about six weeks to recover before it's used again.

Tip: Keep a simple written or phone log of which site you used each week so you always know where to go next.

Storing Your Medication

• Follow the storage instructions specific to your medication (refrigeration vs. room temperature, and for how long).
• Keep it away from direct light and extreme temperatures.
• Never use medication that looks discolored or cloudy, or has particles in it — contact us first.
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Troubleshooting

• Mild bruising or redness at the injection site is common and usually resolves on its own.
• If you miss a dose, message your care team for guidance rather than guessing on your own.
• If you notice swelling, significant pain, or signs of infection at an injection site, contact us promptly.
• team, and message us with any questions.

This information is for general education only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your Contour Health care team, and message us with any questions.