Imcivree 10mg/mL injectable
This medication reduces appetite. Typically, it is used for obesity. It requires a few weeks to take effect.
Instructions
This product must be injected under the skin (subcutaneously):
- clean the top of the vial with an alcohol swab;
- with a syringe, inject in the vial an amount of air equal to the dose to be withdrawn;
- withdraw the required dose with a syringe;
- clean the skin at the injection site using an alcohol swab;
- pinch the skin and inject the medication into the fold (wait several days before injecting the same site again).
This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Take it regularly and continuously to maintain its beneficial effects.
Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, simply skip it and then take the next dose at the regularly scheduled time.
This medication may be taken with or without food.
Side effects
In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some side effects, notably:
- it may cause dryness of the mouth;
- it may cause headaches;
- it may cause unusual tiredness;
- it may produce discolouration of the skin;
- it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting;
- it may occasionally cause sexual problems (in both men and women).
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
Storage
Keep this product in the refrigerator. If stored at room temperature, it will remain effective for 30 days only. Once opened, the product must be used within 30 days. Any unused portion should be discarded. This product must be kept in its original packaging.
General notes
When meeting with any health professional, it is important for you to share the following information:
- Your medical history and allergies (medication, food, or other);
- If you're pregnant or want to become pregnant, or if you're breastfeeding;
- If you use tobacco or cannabis or its derivatives, or if you use recreational drugs;
- The names of all the medications you take, whether you take them regularly or once in a while, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and natural health products.
It is also strongly recommended that you keep an up-to-date list of all the medications you take and carry it with you at all times. This could be useful if you have to see a health professional or need emergency care.
Keep all your medications out of the reach of children and pets and return any unused or expired medications to the pharmacy for proper disposal.