How to use Taltz for psoriasis
Even if you have given yourself an injection before, it is important to know that the Taltz autoinjector has different instructions from any device you may have used in the past.
AUTOINJECTOR
DEVICES DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
At first use, over 94% of people with psoriasis agreed the Taltz autoinjector was “easy to use” and were confident in their ability to use it.
How to use
To see how to use Taltz, watch the video or read the Instructions for Use that comes with your Autoinjector.
If you are enrolled in Taltz Together,™ a Companion in Care™ can help connect you to a registered nurse who can provide injection support in-home or over the phone.
For other important administration and preparation instructions, talk to your doctor and refer to the Instructions for Use that come with your device.
Taltz abbreviated steps to inject
Step 1
Make sure the device is in the lock position.
Twist off the base cap in the direction of the arrows.
Step 2
Place the base of the device flat and firmly against injection site.
Turn the lock ring to the unlock position.
Step 3
Press the green injection button.
You will hear a loud click, which means the injection has started.
Step 4
Listen for a second click about 10 seconds later. The second click means the injection is complete.
Do not remove injector from skin until you’ve heard the second click.
Once you’ve completed the injection, dispose of your device in the Taltz sharps container or another puncture-resistant container with a secure lid. Do not dispose of in household trash.
IMPORTANT: These are not the complete instructions for using the autoinjector. Please see Instructions for Use that come with your device.
When taking Taltz, please remember
- Take your device out of the refrigerator and let it sit for 30 minutes to warm to room temperature. Leave the base cap/cap on the device while it is warming up to room temperature
- You may inject the medicine into your stomach (abdomen) or thigh
- Another person may give you the injection in the back of your arm
- Alternate your injection site. Do not inject in the exact same spot every time
- Do not inject within 1 inch of your belly button
- Do not give an injection into areas where the skin is tender, bruised, red, hard, or in an area of skin that is affected by psoriasis
Before you or your caregiver inject for the first time, your healthcare provider should show you how to prepare and inject Taltz.
Important Storage Information – Store Taltz in the refrigerator and protect from light. Do not freeze Taltz. Do not use Taltz if it has been frozen. Do not shake your Taltz device.
Taltz dosing for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis
For patients with psoriatic arthritis along with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, follow the dosing above.
For information on dosing for patients with only psoriatic arthritis, click here.
For other important information about taking Taltz, talk to your doctor and refer to the Instructions for Use that come with your device.
Before you or your caregiver inject for the first time, your healthcare provider should show you how to prepare and inject Taltz.
SELECT IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Taltz may lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections and may increase your risk of infections, which can sometimes become serious. Your healthcare professional should check you for tuberculosis (TB) before you start Taltz.
- If you have a past history of, or have active TB, your healthcare professional may treat you with medicine for TB before you begin treatment with Taltz
- Your healthcare professional should watch you closely for signs and symptoms of TB during and after treatment with Taltz. Tell your healthcare professional if you have or have had TB or have been in close contact with someone with TB. You should not take Taltz if you have an active TB infection