1
3
6
7
•
Take a new needle, and tear off the paper tab.
•
Push the needle
straight
onto the pen.
Turn until it is on
tight.
Attach a new needle
•
Pull off the inner needle cap and
throw it away.
A drop of insulin may appear at the needle tip. This is normal,
but you must still test the insulin flow.
2
•
Pull off the outer needle cap and
save it.
You will need it after
the injection, to safely remove the needle from the pen.
Always use a new needle for each injection.
This will prevent
blocked needles, contamination, infection and inaccurate dosing.
Never use a bent or damaged needle.
Do not attach a new needle
to your pen until you are ready to
take your injection.
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