How do i use the norditropin flexpro pen dial?

How do you set the dose on the Norditropin FlexPro pen?

The Norditropin FlexPro pen is a prefilled injection device for growth hormone. To set the dose, turn the dose selector until the number of milligrams you need appears in the display window. You must select the correct amount before attaching a new needle.

How do you attach a needle to the Norditropin FlexPro pen?

Attach a new NovoFine or NovoTwist needle to the pen each time you inject. Turn the needle onto the thread at the end of the pen. Pull off the outer needle cap and then pull off the inner needle cap. Keep the inner needle cap for later use.

What happens if you prime the Norditropin FlexPro pen?

Priming removes air bubbles from the pen. Turn the dose selector to 0.1 mg. Hold the pen with the needle pointing upward. Press and hold the dose button until a drop of liquid appears at the needle tip. If no drop appears, repeat the process.

How do you inject with the Norditropin FlexPro pen?

Pinch a fold of skin at the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Insert the needle into the skin. Press and hold the dose button until the dose display reads 0. Hold the needle in the skin for at least 6 seconds. Pull the needle out and replace the outer needle cap.

What happens if you store the Norditropin FlexPro pen correctly?

Before first use, store the pen in a refrigerator at 2–8 °C. After first use, you can store the pen for up to 3 weeks at room temperature below 25 °C. Do not freeze the pen.