SAIZEN CARTRIDGE, 20MG/2.5ML, INJ.CARTRID.

Common uses

This medication is typically used to stimulate growth. It requires a few months to take effect.

How to use this medication

This product must be injected under the skin (subcutaneously):

• clean the tip of the pen with an alcohol swab and attach a needle;
• select the required dose;
• clean the skin at the injection site with an alcohol swab;
• pinch the skin and inject the medication into the fold (wait several days before injecting the same site again).

Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. Dispose of used syringes and needles safely. Your pharmacist can tell you the best way to do this.

Possible side effects

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some side effects, notably:

• it may cause joint pain;
• it may cause pain at the injection site;
• it may cause muscle pain;
• it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting;
• it may cause leg swelling or water retention;
• it may cause numbness and a decreased sensitivity to touch.

Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

Storage information

Keep this product in the refrigerator and do not allow it to freeze. After its first use, discard any unused portion after 28 days.

Additional information

A treatment with this medication requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.

Blood donation is usually refused during this treatment.

This information handout only provides an overview of your treatment. Given the complex nature of your treatment, you will receive information that is much more comprehensive and that deals specifically with your needs. Make sure that you have all the relevant information regarding your medication.

General information

When meeting with any health professional, it is important for you to share the following information:

• Your medical history and allergies (medication, food, or other);
• If you're pregnant or want to become pregnant, or if you're breastfeeding;
• If you use tobacco or cannabis or its derivatives, or if you use recreational drugs;
• The names of all the medications you take, whether you take them regularly or once in a while, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and natural health products.

It is also strongly recommended that you keep an up-to-date list of all the medications you take and carry it with you at all times. This could be useful if you have to see a health professional or need emergency care.

Keep all your medications out of the reach of children and pets and return any unused or expired medications to the pharmacy for proper disposal.