Is changing Humira injection sites a requirement

[BayAreaChronie]

I was told to keep changing legs every other week with the injection.
Is this a requirement or a suggestion, and if just a suggestion, for what purpose?

Thanks

 

[FrozenGirl]

It's to prevent a build up of scar tissue which happens if you inject the same area frequently. It is required I would say but if you forget and do the same leg twice its not a huge issue. Just try and remember or write it down so you can switch.

 

[BayAreaChronie]

Thanks. Didnt know what the logic was behind it.

 

[nogutsnoglory]

I think you are more prone to a reaction if it's in the same area. It's advisable.

 

[xeridea]

I've heard same as what FrozenGirl said. To prevent formation of scar tissue. Scar tissue impedes the absorption of the medication.

 

[Pilgrim]

We use the same two sites, as it is her preference. Our nurse said that was ok but we'd have to move it around if there was scar tissue forming.

 

[MikeinBklyn]

I do a rotation. Left leg, left stomach, right leg, right stomach, left arm, right arm (tricep fatty area). I'm hairy, so I shave the spot too, as a reminder as to where I put the last shot.

Good Luck

 

[nikkibee26]

I do mine on my stomach, left one week, right the next. I also change how high up I do them. That's mostly just random placement. I use my phone calendar reminder set to "Humira Right" and "Humira Left" set for every other week so I remember which side.

 

[DustyKat]

Matt has a fridge magnet that he received in his Humira pack: