Pharmacy specific orders / instructions always supersede the Agency guidance provided below. If in doubt, do not guess, call our office, or tag @TeamHelp-CareCoordination(Best Tag) and ask for Clinical Support.
ALWAYSÂ make sure you have everything you need to complete infusion before you begin
ALWAYSÂ confirm your medication dose against the medication label and orders
ALWAYSÂ reach out to us first (not the Pharmacy) with any questions
NEVERÂ tell a Pt you have not given a particular medication before
MIXING
Obtain a clear/clean space to prepare the
Be sure all the necessary supplies are available to complete infusion from beginning to end.Â
You will need: the medication (maybe autoinjector or a prefilled syringe), alcohol, gauze or cotton ball, bandage and Sharps
Remove medication from the packaging
ADMINISTRATION
Take baseline vitals and document basic assessment
Prepare the site by cleaning with alcohol and allowing to dry
Injection sites are the lower abdomen or thighs
A healthcare professional may use the back of the upper arms or the buttocks
Give patient the injection in the appropriate site
Monitor patient for any adverse reactions
Record vitals 5-10 minutes post infusion
Record lot numbers and expiration date
Place pressure bandage at site
Clean and dispose of used supplies
ADDITIONAL INFO
HCP Website: UdenycaHCPÂ
Prescribing Info:Â Â Â Udenyca PI
Administration Guide: Â Udenyca - Autoinjector;Â Â Udenyca - PFS; Â Udenyca PFS PDF