The contents in the vial must be reconstituted according to the manufacturer's recommendations before the dose may be administered.

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.

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.

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

• it may cause joint pain;
• it may cause muscle pain;
• it may cause leg swelling or water retention;

• it may cause pain at the injection site;
• it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting;
• 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.

Keep this product in the refrigerator and do not allow it to freeze. After its first use, discard any unused portion after 21 days.