Hyalgan®
(Sodium Hyaluronate) 2ml x20mg Pre-filled syringes

is indicated for the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee in patients who have failed to respond adequately to conservative nonpharmacologic therapy, and to simple analgesics, e.g., acetaminophen.

Introduction

Hyalgan is manufactured by Fidia. Hyalgan is , which is similar to the joint fluid in your knees. Hyalgan can be found in two package sizes: Hyalgan 20mg/2ml x 5 prefilled syringes and Hyalgan 20mg/2ml x 1 prefilled syringe. Medicadepot.com supplies Hyalgan in 1 prefilled syringe per package. This product is one of the most popular orthopaedic injectables on the market currently.The synovial fluid that Hyalgan is similar to acts as a lubricant and shock absorber in your joints.

Typically Hyalgan is used to treat people with osteoarthritis that has not been relieved by other methods.

Hyalgan Uses

Hyalgan is used for the treatment of osteoarthritis. Hyalgan is usually administered with one injection per week for three weeks. After a Hyalgan injection it is advised that strenuous activity is avoided for a couple of days. This product is usually used for injection into the knee, however it is possible to also possible to inject Hyalgan into other joints.

Side Effects

Getting a Hyalgan injection should be avoided if you have an infection around the joint that is going to be injected with this product. The medical practitioner that will be injecting the Hyalgan should also be informed if you have an allergy to eggs, birds or bird products. In addition, you should inform your medical practitioner if you are pregnant, before receiving an injection. Hyalgan may be harmful to unborn babies. Some of the less problematic side effects associated with Hyalgan are pain or swelling at the injection site , skin irritation, numbness, headache, and joint pain.

 If you plan to being taking a new medication with you are receiving Hyalgan injections, you should inform your medical practitioner first.Only a doctor should administer this product.