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How do you inject Repatha?

Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm. Last updated on Sep 19, 2024.

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Where on your body do you inject Repatha and how often do you inject it?

How do you inject Repatha prefilled syringe, Repatha SureClik Autoinjector, and the Pushtronex system (Repatha on-body infusor) for Repatha?

What is Repatha?

Repatha is a subcutaneous injection (an injection that goes under the skin) used to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in specific patients.
Repatha comes in three different forms: Repatha prefilled syringe, Repatha SureClik Autoinjector, and the Pushtronex system for Repatha (Repatha on-body infusor).

Where on your body do you inject Repatha?

All forms of Repatha can be injected into:

Important information about Repatha injections

How do you use the Repatha SureClick Autoinjector?

Step 1: Prepare for the injection of Repatha SureClick Autoinjector

Step 2: Injection of Repatha SureClick Autoinjector

Step 3: Finish

How do you use the Repatha Pushtronex (Repatha on-body infusor)?

Step1: Prepare for injection of Repatha on-body infusor

Step 2: Set up the Repatha On-body infusor

Step 3: Apply Repatha on-body infusor for injection

Step 4: Finish

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How do you use the Repatha Single-Use Repatha Prefilled Syringe?

Step 1 Prepare for injection of Repatha single-use syringe

Step 2: Injection of Repatha single-use syringe

Step 3: Removal

For more information including diagrams on how to administer Repatha prefilled syringe, Repatha SureClik Autoinjector, and Repatha on-body infusor see Repatha Patient Counseling Information


How often do you inject Repatha injections?

Dosage of Repatha is dependent on which type of hyperlipidemia you are treating:

Prevention of cardiovascular events and primary hyperlipidemia

In patients aged 10 years and older with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH):

In patients aged 10 years and older with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH):


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What is the difference between Leqvio and Repatha?

Leqvio and Repatha are both injectable medicines that are used for the treatment of high cholesterol, by specifically lowering low density lipoprotein (LDL) levels. Although they both inhibit PCSK9 they work by different mechanisms. Repatha is a monoclonal antibody that binds directly to PCSK9 in the liver preventing it from binding to LDL receptors. Leqvio blocks the PCSK9 protein by interfering with the translation of PCSK9 messenger RNA. Both have the same result – and that is freeing up LDL receptors on the surface of liver cells which allows LDL cholesterol to be removed from the blood.

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What is the best time of day to take Repatha?

You can inject Repatha at any time of the day, but usually people prefer injecting Repatha during daylight hours because it takes 30 to 45 minutes for it to warm up to room temperature, and you need to be able to easily see what you are doing while you are injecting it. Continue reading

How long can Repatha be kept unrefrigerated?

Repatha can be left unrefrigerated for up to 30 days at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C) as long as it is kept in its original box and is not kept somewhere that gets hotter than 77°F (25°C), for example, a car glove box. This makes it easier to take your medicine with you when you’re on the go. Do not put Repatha back in the refrigerator once you have taken it out. Continue reading

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