For subcutaneous (under the skin) self-injections, these tips should help eliminate some pain and lessen site reactions.
1. Room Temperature Medication. Drugs which must be kept in the refrigerator for storage are often much less painful upon injection when at room temperature. I choose to use the travel container provided to me by the drug manufacturer to store a 5-day supply of medication in the bathroom. Or remove one syringe from the refrigerator and, while still in the wrapper,...
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