Large Volume SQ Injection Speed

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Tue, 11/07/2023 - 09:36
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T.J. Martley
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Large Volume SQ Injection Speed

Good morning,

Is anyone aware of or have established institutional standards for larger volume subcutaneous injection speed/rates?

I'm particularly interested in speed/rates for oncologic agents. For example, a newer agent like Rituxan Hycela has specific administration recommendations in the prescribing information (E.g., administer over 5-7 minute depending on the dose). Whereas older agents like azacitidine and bortezomib have no recommendations in the prescribing information.

Thank you for your help!
T.J.

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