Serostim Patient, Information, Instructions - Somatropin (rDNA origin)

Serostim Patient, Information, Instructions - Somatropin (rDNA origin)

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patients being treated with Serostim^® should be informed of the potential benefits and risks associated with treatment. Patients should be instructed to contact their physician should they experience any side effects or discomfort during treatment with Serostim^®.

It is recommended that Serostim^® be administered using sterile, disposable syringes and needles. Patients should be thoroughly instructed in the importance of proper disposal and cautioned against any reuse of needles and syringes. An appropriate container for the disposal of used syringes and needles should be employed.

Patients should be instructed to rotate injection sites to avoid localized tissue atrophy.

Please also see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS.