**What is the dosing schedule for Kesimpta?**
You’ll take 1 dose per week for the first 3 weeks (weeks 0, 1, and 2), skip the 4th week, then start monthly doses beginning on the 5th week and continue once a month thereafter. [Prescribing Information]
**Where can I inject Kesimpta?**
Inject Kesimpta subcutaneously in the abdomen or front of the thigh if self-injecting; a caregiver can also use the outer upper arm. Avoid areas where the skin is tender, bruised, red, scaly, hard, or with moles, scars, or stretch marks. [Medication Guide]
**How do I prepare the Kesimpta Sensoready Pen before injecting?**
Remove the pen from the fridge 15-30 minutes before use to reach room temperature, check the expiration date and liquid clarity, clean the injection site with an alcohol wipe and let it dry, then twist off the cap only when ready to inject (use within 5 minutes). [Prescribing Information]
**What are the steps to inject Kesimpta?**
Press the pen firmly against the skin at a 90-degree angle; the first click starts the injection, hold steady until the second click and the green indicator stops moving and fills the window, then remove the pen. [Medication Guide]
**Should my first Kesimpta injection be done by a healthcare professional?**
Yes, the first injection should be performed under the guidance of a healthcare professional to monitor for injection-related reactions. [Prescribing Information]
**What if I miss a Kesimpta dose?**
Administer the missed dose as soon as possible without waiting for the next scheduled dose, then continue subsequent doses at the recommended intervals. [Medication Guide]
**How do I track my monthly Kesimpta doses?**
Try taking Kesimpta on the same date each month for simplicity; for example, if your first monthly dose is April 15, the next is May 15. [Prescribing Information]
**How do I dispose of the Kesimpta pen after use?**
Dispose of the used pen in an FDA-cleared sharps container. [Medication Guide]
**Can someone else inject Kesimpta for me?**
Yes, a caregiver can inject in your thigh, abdomen, or outer upper arm, following the same preparation and injection steps. [Prescribing Information]
**What should I do if the green indicator doesn’t move during injection?**
Ensure the pen is pressed firmly against the skin at 90 degrees; if issues persist, consult your healthcare provider and do not reuse the pen. [Medication Guide]
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