By intramuscular injection. Shake well before use.

8–12 ml (1 ml/50 kg bodyweight, i.e. 3 mg/50 kg bodyweight).

2–3 ml (0.075 ml/kg bodyweight, i.e. 0.225 mg/kg bodyweight).

0.4–2 ml (0.1 ml/kg bodyweight, i.e. 0.3 mg/kg bodyweight).

The first beneficial effects are seen 24 hours after injection. If a second injection is necessary, this should be given 14 days after the first treatment.

An appropriately graduated syringe, such as an insulin syringe, must be used to allow accurate administration of the required dose volume. This is particularly important when injecting small volumes.