Technique of subcutaneous drug administration: correction of mistakes. Literature review and first-hand experience in administering Tafalgin
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The article discusses the features and advantages of subcutaneous administration of drugs using the peptide analgesic Tafalgin as an example, which is used in neurosurgical practice. The focus is on the need for proper technique for performing subcutaneous injections, common mistakes in subcutaneous administration of drugs and their possible consequences. A step-by-step algorithm of actions is provided, which is designed to avoid violating the correct technique for performing subcutaneous injections. In particular, the article discusses the choice of the optimal site for subcutaneous injections, the choice of a syringe and needle for this procedure, the preparation of the skin at the site of the intended injection, and the process of correctly performing a subcutaneous injection itself. Particular attention is paid to the features of subcutaneous administration of Tafalgin. An example of a violation of the technique of subcutaneous injection of Tafalgin is given, which can lead to unintentional intramuscular administration of the drug. The authors present the provisions formulated for the optimal method of administering Tafalgin, which allows minimizing technical errors when performing subcutaneous injections in the clinical work of doctors.
Source: Russian journal of neurosurgery
Authors: S. A. Ilyin, E. G. Demyanovskaya, P. G. Genov
Language: English
Subfield: Emergency Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4415209741