Dr. April Foster
OrderlyMeds Provider
Watch this quick step-by-step guide to safely give yourself a GLP-1 injection using a vial and syringe, including how to use alcohol swabs to clean the vial and injection site.
Steps to Administer Your Injection
Get Your Supplies Ready
Each kit includes a syringe, medication vial, and alcohol swabs.
Clean the Vial and Your Skin
Use one alcohol swab to clean the top of the vial. Use a second swab to clean your injection site (abdomen, thigh, or underarm).
Prepare the Syringe
Remove the caps from both ends of the syringe—first the plunger end, then the needle. Be careful when handling the needle.
Draw the Medication
Insert the needle into the vial, flip the vial upside down, and slowly pull the plunger to draw up the prescribed number of units. Remove the needle when done.
Inject the Medication
Pinch the fat at the cleaned injection site. Insert the needle at a 90-degree angle and press the plunger until all the medication is delivered.
Dispose and Store Safely
Place the used syringe in a sharps container or sealed hard plastic bottle. Keep all supplies stored securely and out of reach of children.
