Local bruising and/or bleeding will
occasionally occur at the injection
site and is seen more frequently
in patients taking anti-platelet
therapy. This does not appear
to be associated with specific
needle length or site but may be
affected by injection technique.
Studies suggest that bruising and/
or bleeding does not affect the
absorption of the medication. 58, 88, 94
10.1 Recommendations
1 Reassure patients that occasional
bruising or bleeding at the
injection site does not affect the
action of the medication. 88, 94
2 Frequent bruising or bleeding
at the injection site warrants a
review of injection technique.