Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is Norditropin. It treats low levels of growth hormone and other growth-related conditions. Norditropin is identical to growth hormone that is made by the human body. Growth hormone helps organs, tissues and the skeleton to grow and function properly. 

Norditropin is given as an injection under the skin, with very thin needles. Before giving a dose at home, you should demonstrate an injection to the healthcare provider, so you feel confident. You should also know how to dispose of needles. If you still have questions, your doctor or pharmacist can help. 

Most patients tolerate Norditropin well, but some side effects can occur. These can include a headache, muscle pain or joint stiffness. You may also notice a rash, redness or tenderness at the injection site. These effects are normal if they are mild, and should go away. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop Norditropin, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

As with any medicine, rare but more serious side effects can occur. With Norditropin, this can include high pressure inside the brain. Call your doctor right away if you notice symptoms like headaches, eye problems, nausea or vomiting. Your doctor will discuss the risk of other possible problems, and will order tests to help keep this medicine safe for you. 

You should store unused Norditropin pens in the refrigerator. Once you use a pen, you can keep it at room temperature for up to 21 days. After that, you must throw the pen away, even if there is medicine left. 

For best results with Norditropin, read the Patient Information guide and Instructions for Use for full information. Also, ask your doctor about helpful patient services that are available.