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At UKBB, you have been shown how to inject the required medication into your child's subcutaneous tissue (subcutaneous injection). We have summarised the most important points here for you to read.
Store the medicine according to the pharmacy's instructions. In any case, avoid temperatures below 0° or above 30°. Some medicines must be stored in the refrigerator. In this case, take the medicine out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before administration.
Prepare the material on a clean surface:
To prevent damage to the skin and underlying tissue, you should change the injection site with each injection. Keep a distance of at least one to two centimetres from the last injection site. If you have been administering medication for a long time, it may help to mark the last injection site on a small plan with the date.
You can apply a cold compress to the selected area for a few minutes. This makes the skin slightly less sensitive.
Inform your child and, if necessary, prepare toys, books or a film to distract them.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and dry them with a clean cloth.
It is also necessary to disinfect your child's skin at home. This is carried out with an alcohol swab.
Remove the alcohol swab from the packaging and swipe once over the selected skin area. Wait 30 seconds for the disinfectant to take effect and the skin to dry.
Grasp the tip of the needle guard and fold it to the side.
Hold the syringe with your guide hand and remove the protective cap. This is done in the same way for Clexane® and Fragmin®.
Grasp the skin between the thumb and index finger of the same hand. Lift the skin in a fold two to three centimetres thick.
Hold the syringe with the tip pointing downwards.
Squeeze the skin fold briefly directly before the injection and insert the needle at an angle of 45 degrees.
Press the plunger of the syringe downwards. This should be done slowly and without moving the syringe back and forth. When you have injected all the liquid, wait for about ten seconds before pulling the needle out quickly.
Press briefly on the puncture site with a dry, sterile swab.
Place the cold compress on the injection site for a few minutes. This reduces pain.
Press the needle holder against a hard, firm surface until the needle engages with a clearly audible „click“.
After the injection, press the plunger of the syringe again. The needle cover pops out and covers the needle.
You can obtain a small disposal container from the pharmacy. Dispose of the used pre-filled syringe in it without putting the protective cap back on the cannula.
When should I give the medication? If possible, always give the medication at the same time as in hospital.
What do I do if an injection has been forgotten? If your child is receiving a blood-thinning medication, it will no longer have complete protection against the formation of blood clots (thrombosis). Nevertheless, give the next injection at the usual time and inform your paediatrician.
What should I do if my child receives a blood thinning medication (e.g. Clexane® or Fragmin®)? In this case, blood clotting is slowed down. Your child should therefore wear a helmet when cycling, scootering, inline skating or skiing. Contact your paediatrician if your child:
If you have any questions, please contact your paediatrician or contact the Medgate Kids Line (billing via health insurance): +41 58 387 78 82.
The Medgate Kids Line provides quick and uncomplicated medical advice if your child is unwell. The medical team of our partner Medgate is available to you by telephone around the clock.
For emergencies abroad: Call the emergency number of your health insurance company. You will find this number on your health insurance card.
More information: On the Page of the emergency ward you will find everything you need to know about behaviour in emergencies, typical childhood illnesses and waiting times.
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