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The recommended weekly dose: One injection using Avonex Pen, once a week.
Try to use Avonex at the same time on the same day each week.
Not for children: Avonex is not to be used in children below the age of 12 years.
Injecting: The patient can self-inject Avonex using the Avonex Pen without the help of the doctor, if he/she has trained to do this. The instructions on how to inject are at the Patient Counselling Informaton Section (see How to inject AVONEX PEN under Patient Counselling Information).
In case of trouble in handling the Avonex Pen, ask the doctor who may be able to help.
How long to use AVONEX: The doctor will advise how long the patient will need to keep using Avonex. It is important to continue using Avonex regularly. Do not make changes unless advised by the doctor.
If the patient misses an injection: If the patient misses the usual weekly dose, inject a dose as soon as possible. Then leave a week before using Avonex Pen again. Continue injecting on this new day every week. If he/she has a preferred day for using Avonex, talk to the doctor about managing the dose, to get back to the preferred day. Do not use two injections to make up for a missed injection.
