PLEGRIDY PEN

This medicine is injected under the skin or into a muscle. You will be taught how to prepare and give it. Take it as directed on the prescription label. Keep taking it unless your health care provider tells you to stop.
It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container. Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or health care provider to get one.
This medicine comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medicine. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or health care provider if you have questions.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medicine.
Flu-like symptoms are common with this medicine, especially when first taking it. Ask your doctor or health care professional about taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen to manage these symptoms.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store in a refrigerator between 2 and 8 degrees C (36 and 46 degrees F). Do not freeze. Keep this medicine in the original carton until you are ready to take it. Protect from light. Remove the dose from the carton about 30 minutes before it is time for you to take it. Get rid of any unused medicine after the expiration date.
If refrigeration is not available, this medicine may be stored up to 25 degrees C (up to 77 degrees F) for up to 30 days. Protect from light. The injection can be put back in a refrigerator if necessary. The total combined time out of refrigeration should not exceed 30 days.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.