Peptide Pen Instructions

Administering an injection requires careful preparation and technique to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Below are step-by-step instructions for giving an injection using a peptide pen.

Gather supplies:

✅ Injection pen with the correct cartridge.

✅ Pen needle (new, sterile).

✅ Alcohol wipes or swabs.

✅ Sharps container.

✅Wash and dry your hands thoroughly.

✅ Check the cartridge in the pen to confirm it’s the correct type.

✅ Wipe the pen’s rubber tip with an alcohol wipe.

✅ Attach a new pen needle by screwing it onto the pen securely.

Set the pen to a low dose (e.g., number 2 on the dial).

Hold the pen with the needle pointing up and press the injection button to release a small amount of liquid.

Check for a drop of fluid that appears at the needle tip. Repeat if nothing appears (this ensures the pen is working and air is removed).

✅ Dial the pen to the desired dose (e.g. number 10 on the dial).

✅ Select a site.

✅ Rotate sites to prevent tissue damage.

✅ Clean the site with an alcohol wipe and let it dry.

✅ Pinch a fold of skin (about 1–2 inches) for better accuracy.

✅ Insert the needle at a 90-degree angle (or 45-degrees if necessary).

✅ Press the injection button fully and hold it for 5–10 seconds to ensure the full dose is delivered.

✅ Pull the needle out and release the skin.

✅ Apply gentle pressure with a cotton ball if needed.

✅ Remove the pen needle and dispose of it in a sharps container. Do not reuse needles.

✅ Log the dose, time, and site if advised by your healthcare provider.

Always consult with a healthcare professional for personalized guidance and training before performing injections.