What is self injection therapy?
Self-injection therapy is one of several available options for the treatment of impotence. This involves the patient or his partner giving an injection of medication directly into the side of the penis to create an erection. The erection created is a natural one and usually begins 5 to 15 minutes after the injection.
How long do TriMix injections last?
The pharmacy we use prepares Trimix that can be frozen for up to 3 months. Often, if frozen and properly stored, it may stay potent for as long as 6 months.
Does TriMix make you bigger?
Will TriMix Increase Size? A common question people have about this type of medication is “Will TriMix increase size?” In general, the answer is no. TriMix is not a medication designed for making your penis larger.
How do you give an Intracavernosal injection?
Inject this medicine very slowly into your penis as shown to you by your doctor 10 to 30 minutes before intercourse. Allow 5 to 10 seconds to completely inject the dose. Do not inject more than one dose within 24 hours. Also, do not use this medicine for more than 2 days in a row or more than 3 times a week.
How often should I use trimix?
At times, you may want to have an erection only for 30 minutes, and at others, you may want to go a full 3+ hours. Trimix is recommended for use up to 3 times a week, on average, but you will find your own rhythm.
What are the side effects of trimix injections?
COMMON side effects
- orthostatic hypotension, a form of low blood pressure.
- nausea.
- vomiting.
- diarrhea.
- stomach cramps.
- painful erections.
- reactions at the site of the injection.
- pain in penis.
How does an intramuscular ( IM ) self-injection work?
Intramuscular (IM) Self-Injection What is an Intramuscular Injection? An intramuscular injection, as illustrated in the figure below, delivers medication deep into the muscle tissue. This allows the medication to be quickly absorbed into the bloodstream for action. Step 1: Setting Up for the Injection
Is it normal to be nervous about self injections?
Self-injection therapies are a safe and effective way to manage a variety of health conditions from diabetes to autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic disease. It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous around needles.
What do I need to give myself a self-injection?
• 1 pre-filled syringe containing your dose of medication • 1 Needle (if not already attached to your pre-filled syringe) • Alcohol swabs • Sharps container • Gauze • Paper towel B) Setting up for your self-injection
Can a self injection help with erectile dysfunction?
Self-injection is a good option if you have erectile dysfunction (ED). You insert a tiny needle into your penis and inject a medicine. This helps your penis get hard and stay that way long enough for sex. And sex and orgasm will feel as good as always. You may be nervous about doing self-injection at first. But with practice, it will get easier.
Where is the best place to get a self injection?
Generally, the drugs which are suitable for self-injection are injected just under the skin with a needle in the front of the thighs, the stomach (avoiding the 2-inch area around the belly button), or the outer area of the upper arms (if another person is helping with your injection).
• 1 pre-filled syringe containing your dose of medication • 1 Needle (if not already attached to your pre-filled syringe) • Alcohol swabs • Sharps container • Gauze • Paper towel B) Setting up for your self-injection
Do you get over anxiety about self injection?
The idea of self-injection can be daunting but there are certain steps to take and tips to follow that make it much less of a burden than you imagine. It has been shown that the majority of patients do get over anxiety related to self-injection, once they have been trained.
What are the different types of self injections?
Your clinician should have spoken with you in depth about your options to select the right one for you, but be sure to contact them if you have any unanswered questions. There are two types of self-injections: intramuscular (IM) injections and subcutaneous (SubQ) injections.