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Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Konakion® MM Paediatric Injection

Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule - What is it for

Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

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Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule - Dosage and How to Use

How should Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule be used?

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Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule - Handling

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Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule - Storage

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Administration Leaflet: Oral Administration of Vitamin K Ampoule - Additional Information

This leaflet explains the correct method of breaking and administering Vitamin K orally from the glass ampoules.

​The glass ampoules are designed to ensure a clean break, provided the following steps are followed:

Step 1:
  • Shake the ampoule until all the solution is at the bottom of the ampoule.
  • The solution should be clear; do not use if cloudy.
Vitamin K Ampoule (Oral) (Administration) Step 1
 
Step 2:
  • Hold the bottom part of the ampoule between the thumb and first finger of one hand.
  • Ensure that the spot on the ampoule is facing towards you.
Vitamin K Ampoule (Oral) (Administration) Step 2
 
Step 3:
  • If possible, cover the top of the ampoule with a tissue or towel. Then hold the top of the ampoule between the thumb and first finger of your other hand.
Vitamin K Ampoule (Oral) (Administration) Step 3
 
Step 4:
  • Snap the top of the ampoule off by pushing away from the side with the spot.
Vitamin K Ampoule (Oral) (Administration) Step 4
 

​Step 5:

  • Place the syringe (provided together with the ampoule) vertically into the ampoule.
  • Withdraw the solution into the syringe until it reaches the correct marking on the syringe.
  • Hold the syringe against the light to check whether the solution is clear and also ensure that no glass pieces are stuck to the tip of the dispenser.
  • If unsure, expel the solution into a small cup to check for any glass pieces – if the solution is clear, withdraw again from the cup into the syringe.
Vitamin K Ampoule (Oral) (Administration) Step 5
 
Step 6:
  • Administer the contents of the syringe directly into the mouth.

 

 

 

 

 
Vitamin K Ampoule (Oral) (Administration) Step 6
 

 

 

How should I store this medication?

Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.

How should I throw away this medication safely?

Throw the glass ampoules into a metal tin or thick plastic container (e.g. detergent bottles).

  • Updated on 5/31/2022 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
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