ons for Use
Guide to Parts
Neulasta Prefilled Syringe
with Manual Needle Guard
On-body Injector for Neulasta
Important
READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE ON-BODY INJECTOR
Warning: Do not use Neulasta Onpro kit to deliver any other drug product.
See Prescribing Information for information on Neulasta.
The On-body Injector is for adult patients only.
Store Neulasta Onpro kit in the refrigerator at 36˚F to 46˚F (2˚C to 8˚C) until ready for use. If Neulasta Onpro kit is stored at room temperature for more than 12 hours, do not use. Start again with a new Neulasta Onpro kit.
Keep the prefilled syringe in the Neulasta Onpro kit carton until use to protect from light.
For patients who have had severe skin reactions to acrylic adhesives, consider the benefit:risk profile before administering pegfilgrastim via the On-body Injector for Neulasta.
The On-body Injector should be applied to intact, non-irritated skin on the abdomen or back of the arm. The back of the arm may only be used if there is a caregiver available to monitor the status of the On-body Injector.
DO NOT:
freeze Neulasta Onpro kit.
shake the prefilled syringe.
separate the components of Neulasta Onpro kit until ready for use.
modify the On-body Injector.
warm Neulasta Onpro kit components using a heat source.
use Neulasta Onpro kit if expiry date on the carton or any of the Neulasta Onpro kit components has passed.
use if the name Neulasta does not appear on the Neulasta Onpro kit carton.
attempt to reapply On-body Injector.
use if either the On-body Injector or prefilled syringe is dropped. Start again with a new Neulasta Onpro kit.
For all questions, call Amgen at 1-800-772-6436. If a patient calls you regarding any On-body Injector problems, call Amgen at 1-800-772-6436.
Step 1: Prepare
A Remove Neulasta Onpro kit from refrigerator. Check to make sure it contains:
● One Neulasta prefilled syringe ● Instructions for use:
● One On-body Injector for Neulasta – for healthcare provider
● Neulasta package insert – for patient
● Reference guide
DO NOT use On-body Injector if its packaging has been previously opened.
B Wash hands thoroughly. Prepare and clean On-body Injector application site.
Choose the flattest site for On-body Injector application. Consult with your patient regarding their ability to remove and monitor the entire On-body Injector.
You can use:
● Left or right side of abdomen, except for a 2-inch area right around navel.
● Back of upper arm, only if there is a caregiver available to monitor the status of the On-body Injector.
Choose an area larger than the adhesive pad, and clean it with an alcohol swab. Allow skin to completely dry.
DO NOT touch this area again before attaching On-body Injector.
You should avoid:
Areas with scar tissues, moles, or excessive hair. In case of excessive hair, carefully trim hair to get On-body Injector close to skin.
Areas where belts, waistbands, or tight clothing may rub against, disturb, or dislodge On-body Injector.
Surgical sites.
Areas where On-body Injector will be affected by folds in skin.
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