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How do I administer IM in Pabrinex?

How do I administer IM in Pabrinex?

Pabrinex Intramuscular, the contents of which are mixed from two ampoules, is usually given by slow injection into your gluteal (bottom) muscle by a healthcare professional. This medicine is for injection into a muscle only and should not be given by any other route.

How do you administer an IM?

How to administer an intramuscular injection

  1. Follow these steps for a safe intramuscular injection:
  2. Remove the cap.
  3. Draw air into the syringe.
  4. Insert air into the vial.
  5. Withdraw the medication.
  6. Remove air bubbles.
  7. Insert the needle.
  8. Check for blood.

Does Pabrinex hurt?

Mild ache – some swelling may develop at the site where Pabrinex is injected.

Can you give Pabrinex and thiamine together?

2 pairs Pabrinex IM three times daily for 3 days Oral thiamine should then be commenced as above.

Why is Z-track method used?

THE Z-TRACK METHOD of I.M. injection prevents leakage of irritating and discoloring medications (such as iron dextran) into the subcutaneous tissue. It also may be used in elderly patients who have decreased muscle mass. Lateral displacement of the skin during the injection helps seal the drug in the muscle.

How deep should an IM injection go?

The injection site will be approximately 2 inches below the bone and above the axillary fold/armpit. 3. Administer the vaccine correctly. a 90-degree angle and inject all of the vaccine in the muscle tissue.

How is pabrinex intramuscular injection is given?

HOW PABRINEX INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION IS GIVEN Pabrinex Intramuscular, the contents of which are mixed from two ampoules, is usually given by slow injection into your gluteal (bottom) muscle by a healthcare professional. This medicine is for injection into a muscle only and should not be given by any other route.

How often can I take pabrinex high potency injection?

Pabrinex is also available as an Intravenous High Potency, Solution for Injection. Therefore before administration ensure that both the Summary of Product Characteristics and ampoule labels refer to the INTRAMUSCULAR injection. Adults and elderly: The contents of one pair of ampoules (7ml) twice daily for up to 7 days.

What is the use of pabrinex in adults?

Pabrinex IM is indicated in adults and children for rapid therapy of severe depletion or malabsorption of the water soluble vitamins B and C:

When to discontinue the use of pabrinex im?

2 pairs Pabrinex IM three times daily for 3 days if there is no response to this then discontinue treatment If response is shown to Pabrinex then this should be continued at a dose of one pair of ampoules daily for 5 days or until clinical improvement ceases. Oral thiamine should then be commenced as above.

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Ruth Doyle