Giving Medicine by
Subcutaneous Injection
Select the Site for Injection
• Sites which can be used are:
─ Backs of the upper arms
─ Abdomen, around the navel
─ Front and side of thighs or upper
legs
─ Back above waist
─ Buttocks
• Stay 1 inch away from the last
injection.
• Stay 2 inches away from your navel
or scars.
• Do not use areas that are bruised,
tender or swollen.
Inject the Medicine
1. Wash your hands.
2. Clean your skin with an alcohol pad using a circular
motion. Let the alcohol air dry.
3. Remove the needle cap and hold the syringe like a dart.