Your Sunlight medication is given as a once‑weekly subcutaneous injection, which is injected just under the skin.
Step‑by‑Step Overview
- Prepare your supplies
Wash your hands thoroughly. Gather your medication vial, a clean needle, and an alcohol swab. - Prepare the injection
Clean the top of the vial with an alcohol swab. As instructed by your provider, draw the prescribed dose into the syringe. - Choose an injection site
Common areas include the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Avoid areas that are bruised, red, or irritated. - Clean and inject
Wipe the injection site with an alcohol swab. Pinch the skin slightly, insert the needle at a 90‑degree angle, and inject the medication slowly. - Dispose of the needle safely
Place the used needle in a sharps container. Never throw loose needles in the trash.
Important Reminders
- Administer your injections once per week on the same day each week.
- Rotate injection sites to prevent irritation.
- Follow your Sunlight provider’s dosing instructions carefully for the best results.