• Silgard is available in a pre-filled syringe, with needle guard (safety device) ready to use for intramuscular injection (IM), preferably in the deltoid area of the upper arm. • If 2 needles of different lengths are provided in the pack, choose the appropriate needle to ensure an IM administration depending on your patient’ s size and weight. • Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discolouration prior to administration.