How should I use abatacept?
Before you start treatment with abatacept, your doctor may perform tests to make sure you do not have tuberculosis or other infections. Abatacept is injected into a vein through an IV. You may be shown how to use an IV at home. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles, IV tubing, and other items used to inject the medicine. Abatacept must be given slowly, and the IV infusion can take at least 30 minutes to complete. This medication is usually given every 2 to 4 weeks. Follow your doctor’s instructions. You will need to mix abatacept with a liquid (diluent) before using it. If you are using the injections at home, be sure you understand how to properly mix and store the medication. Each single-use vial (bottle) of this medicine is for one use only. Throw away after one use, even if there is still some medicine left in it after injecting your dose. Use a disposable needle only once. Throw away used need
