This product must be injected under the skin (subcutaneously), according to the technique you were shown. Be sure to choose a different injection site each time.

Dispose of used syringes and needles safely. Your pharmacist can tell you the best way to do this.

This medication is typically used only once a week. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed.

If you remember missing a dose within 3 days of the time it is usually taken, the injection should be administered as soon as possible, then continue with the next scheduled dose as planned. If the dose is missed by more than 3 days, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the regularly scheduled time. Do not double the next dose to catch up.

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

• it may cause headaches;
• it may cause unusual tiredness;
• it may cause leg swelling or water retention;

• it may cause joint pain;
• it may cause high blood sugar levels, you may experience excessive thirst, high urine output, increased appetite, tiredness;
• it may cause redness and swelling at the injection site.

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.

Keep this product in the refrigerator and do not allow it to freeze. Once opened, the product must be used within 42 days. Any unused portion should be discarded. This product must be kept in its original packaging. Do not transfer it to another container.