How to Safely Self-Administer HGH Injections

Human Growth Hormone (HGH) injections are used to treat patients with growth hormone deficiency (GHD). HGH injections are prescribed on a very individualized basis. There can be some variation in the dosages of HGH injections prescribed. However, no matter the dosage, the procedure for giving yourself HGH injections is basically the same.

All growth hormone injections are some form of the prescription drug Somatotropin. HGH is given as a subcutaneous injection, which means that it goes into the fatty tissue just beneath the surface of the skin. The belly or thigh are the most common injection sites.

How to Self-Administer HGH Injections

How to Take HGH Injections

Do not be intimidated by the idea of having to self-inject a medication. Millions of people give themselves HGH injections safely every day. It is not hard to learn how to give yourself growth hormone injections. Your physician, PA, or nurse practitioner will make sure you are thoroughly trained on how to prepare and administer your growth hormone injections.

Learning how to give your self HGH injections is relatively easy.

What Are the Usual Dosages of HGH Injections?

HGH injections are measured in IUs. The typical dose of HGH injections for adults diagnosed with GHD is a daily dosage of 1 or 2 IUs per injection. Injections are usually done in the late evening to mimic the body’s natural growth hormone secretion cycle. You will typically be asked to do your HGH injections 5 days per week, with two days off.

How Are HGH Injections Administered?

HGH injections are given much like insulin, or any other subcutaneous injections. You will likely receive specific instructions from your doctor, or from the package insert of your particular prescription. Always follow your prescriber’s instruction on how to inject your particular dose of HGH. The following should be taken only as an overview of the 5 basic steps to administering an HGH injection. These steps to injecting HGH, should not be taken as specific instructions on how to give yourself an HGH injection.

  • Step 1

    Gather all the supplies needed for your HGH injection, and place them on a clean and sterile staging area. Be sure you are well aware of your prescribed dose of HGH. If you are using the type of HGH injection kit that uses syringes, you will use one syringe and two needles for each injection. One needle will be used to draw the water to reconstitute the growth hormone, and to mix it, the other will be used to administer the actual injection. The tube part of the syringe is graduated, with measurements like a ruler, so you can accurately measure the water to reconstitute the HGH and your dosage. Only use the sterilized water that came with your kit. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER WATER TO MIX THE GROWTH HORMONE.

  • Step 2

    Make sure your hands are clean, and that you are wearing rubber gloves. Chose a calm, well-lit area to administer your HGH injection. Mix your growth hormone injection to your doctor’s specifications and instructions. Pull back the plunger of the syringe, to your desired dose.

  • Step 3

    Select a site for your HGH injection. The belly is the most common site, however, avoid the area directly around your belly button. Use an alcohol swab to prep the injection site. If you are right-handed, use your left hand to pinch a fold of skin and hold it up, if you are left handed do the reverse.

  • Step 4

    Inject your dose of HGH. In a firm swift motion press the needle into the injection site. In a steady push, trying to keep the needle at a 90 degree angle, inject the HGH into the pinched bulge of fat.

  • Step 5

    Remove the needle quickly, DO NOT try to massage the area or rub the HGH in. Once the needle is removed, use another sterile alcohol wipe to hold pressure on the injection site for a minute or so.

Does Giving Yourself HGH Injections Hurt?

Does Giving Yourself HGH Injections Hurt

HGH injections use a very small needle. As long as you follow your doctor’s instructions, you should be able to give yourself your HGH injections with little or no pain. Some of the newer HGH injections use premeasured auto-pen injectors. These injections are very easy, and very quick, and can be delivered with little or no pain at all.

If you are experiencing pain on a regular basis, try alternating your injection sites. If discomfort continues, contact your prescriber.

The needles used for HGH injections are relatively small, and HGH injections are virtually painless

Are There Any Other Things to Consider With HGH Injections?

When learning how to give yourself HGH injections, there are a few other things to consider, such as:

  • Always follow your doctor’s instructions on how to give your HGH injections.
  • Do not take more than your prescribed dose of HGH.
  • If you drop a needle, or suspect it has otherwise become contaminated, discard it, and begin the process over with another.
  • Observe sterile protocols at all times.
  • Only use the dose of HGH that has been prescribed for you. Never use anyone else’s growth hormone.
  • Never, ever, reuse needles!

So, now that you know how simple, safe and easy administering HGH shots can be, why don’t you contact us today and see if growth hormone therapy is right for you!

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