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Betaseron Betaconnect Instructions For Use Manual

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BETACONNECT
Instructions for use
Language: English
Version: 2013-10
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  • Page 1 BETACONNECT Instructions for use Language: English Version: 2013-10...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1.1. First time use of BETACONNECT ............. 4 1.2. Operator Profile and Applied parts ..............4 1.3. Intended Use ....................4 Chapter 2: Things you should know about the BETACONNECT ......5 2.1. Overview ....................... 5 2.2. Which syringe can be used with the BETACONNECT ? / Injection volumes 2.3.
  • Page 3 Do not use the BETACONNECT  The prefilled syringe cannot be inserted or removed as described.  The syringe was not completely emptied during the last attempt to use the BETACONNECT . Note if the injection has been interrupted, the syringe will not be completely emptied.

  • Page 4: Chapter 1: First Time Use

    (normally used at home). • Application by patient (user) or caregiver. • Injection sites: abdomen, thigh, buttocks, upper arm (see also the Betaseron® patient information leaflet). • Short time in contact with skin at injection site every other day. The BETACONNECT is an application aid that allows patients to inject their medication subcutaneously using a user filled disposable syringe.

  • Page 5: Chapter 2: Things You Should Know About The Betaconnect

    Chapter 2: Things you should know about the BETACONNECT 2.1. Overview Injection button On/off button Light bar Injection speed setting Reminder on/off Needle depth setting Prepared syringe Safety release Blue lid release button BETACONNECT allows needle insertion depths of 8, 10 and 12 mm. Before making any adjustments, please read section ”Adjusting the insertion depth”.

  • Page 6: Charging The Betaconnect

     If the BETACONNECT is exposed to extreme vibrations, pressure or shock (e.g. dropping or stepping on it) there is a risk of damaging the BETACONNECT  Your BETACONNECT is not watertight and should be kept dry. Do not submerge your BETACONNECT in liquid.

  • Page 7: Cleaning

     Other parts of the BETACONNECT do not normally need to be cleaned; if needed, lightly dampen a cloth with water and wipe the device.  Do not submerge the BETACONNECT in any liquid and do not sterilize the BETACONNECT...

  • Page 8: Chapter 3: Injection Process

    Chapter 3: Injection Process 3.1. Preparing BETACONNECT for injection Step 1: Turn On BETACONNECT Press the on-/off button to start the BETACONNECT  A short beep tells you that the BETACONNECT turned on.  BETACONNECT conducts a self-test each time the BETACONNECT is turned on.

  • Page 9: Injection Procedure

    Step 5: Illumination of injection button Close the lid. You will hear a click when it shuts.  The injection button is illuminated with a steady blue light. This means that the BETACONNECT is now ready to be used for an injection. ...

  • Page 10: Removing The Used Syringe And Needle

    Always hold the BETACONNECT perpendicular, at a right angle, against your injection site during the entire injection. Step 9: Completeness of Injection Do not remove the BETACONNECT from the ® injection site until the BETACONNECT has indicated that the injection is complete.
  • Page 11 Step 11: Remove the used syringe Remove the syringe by gently lifting it straight out of the BETACONNECT  Hold the BETACONNECT with your other hand while removing the syringe Important: Be careful not to get injured by the needle when you remove the empty syringe.

  • Page 12: Chapter 4: Adjustments

    Step 1: Open the lid fully The setting allows injection depths of 8 mm, 10 mm and 12 mm by moving the injection depth slider. By default, BETACONNECT is set to the standard injection depth of 12 mm. Discuss with your healthcare provider if a different depth should be used prior to changing the depth setting.

  • Page 13: Setting The Reminder Function

    Setting the reminder function 4.3. Step 1: Open the lid fully If the reminder function is activated, the BETACONNECT will remind you 48 hours after your last injection to take a new injection. This reminder function is reset after each injection and the 48 hours will start counting again.

  • Page 14: Chapter 5: Trouble Shooting

    Chapter 5: Trouble shooting If assistance is needed during setting up, using, or maintaining the BETACONNECT contact your MS nurse / healthcare professional. Problem Cause Solution It is not possible to turn on the 1. On-/off-button was not 1. Firmly press the on-/off-button for...
  • Page 15 / healthcare professional if the entire dose was not received. 2. A malfunction was detected. 2. Hold the on-/off button down to shut down BETACONNECT and turn it on again. If the problem is not solved contact your MS nurse / healthcare professional.

  • Page 16: Chapter 6: Technical Specifications

    On your BETACONNECT /packaging the following symbols are used: It is important that you read this instruction before you use the BETACONNECT The symbol is accompanied by an expiry date to indicate that the device should not be used after the end of the indicated year (YYYY) and month (MM) printed as YYYY-MM.

  • Page 17: Technical Specification

    , class IIa medical device in Europe or class II medical device in the Life time 3 years after manufacturing date Serial Number (SN) Please refer to the inside of the lid of your BETACONNECT Size: 165 x 52 x 42 mm (approximately 6.496 x 2.047 x 1.654 Inch) Weight: Approx.
  • Page 18 Please contact our local representative or your MS nurse / healthcare professional, if you have any questions on the BETACONNECT if you do not need it anymore, if you want to dispose of it or in case of malfunctions.

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