Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you or your child this medicine in a medical facility. The first dose is given through a needle placed in a vein. It must be given slowly, so the needle will have to remain in place for at least 1 hour. You will then receive this medicine as a shot under your skin, usually in the stomach, thighs, or upper arms once a week starting on Day 8 after the first dose.

This medicine comes with a Medication Guide. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Make sure you have received a vaccine to prevent meningococcus infections at least 2 weeks before you receive this medicine. You may also be given antibiotic medicines to prevent infections if you are to receive this medicine right away. If you have already received the meningococcal vaccine in the past, your doctor will decide if you need another dose.

Missed Dose

Call your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.