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Hyalgan

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Hyalgan

Hyalgan is used for:

Treating knee pain in patients with osteoarthritis who have not received relief from other treatments.

Hyalgan is a hyaluronic acid derivative. It works by increasing the effectiveness of the fluid within the knee joint to act as a lubricant and shock absorber.

Do NOT use Hyalgan if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Hyalgan :

Some medical conditions may interact with Hyalgan . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Hyalgan . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Hyalgan may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Hyalgan :

Use Hyalgan as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Hyalgan .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Hyalgan :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Back pain; mild bruising, heat, redness, swelling, or pain at the injection site; temporary achy feeling; temporary knee inflammation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Hyalgan is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Hyalgan at home, store Hyalgan as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Hyalgan out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Hyalgan . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Euflexxa

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Euflexxa

Euflexxa is used for:

Treating knee pain in patients with osteoarthritis who have not received relief from other treatments.

Euflexxa is a hyaluronic acid derivative. It works by increasing the effectiveness of the fluid within the knee joint to act as a lubricant and shock absorber.

Do NOT use Euflexxa if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Euflexxa :

Some medical conditions may interact with Euflexxa . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Euflexxa . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Euflexxa may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Euflexxa :

Use Euflexxa as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Euflexxa .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Euflexxa :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Back pain; mild bruising, heat, redness, swelling, or pain at the injection site; temporary achy feeling; temporary knee inflammation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Euflexxa is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Euflexxa at home, store Euflexxa as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Euflexxa out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Euflexxa . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Synvisc

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Synvisc

Generic Name: hylan G-F 20 (HI lan G F 20)

What is Synvisc?

Synvisc is similar to synovial fluid, a substance that occurs naturally in the joints. Synovial fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber.

Synvisc is injected into the knee joints for the treatment of pain in individuals with osteoarthritis.

Synvisc may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.

Important information about Synvisc

Talk to your doctor before using Synvisc if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or egg products.

Before using Synvisc

Talk to your doctor before using Synvisc if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or egg products.

Synvisc should not be used if there is an infection or skin disease at the site of injection.

It is not known whether Synvisc will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use Synvisc without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Synvisc will be harmful to a nursing baby. Do not use Synvisc without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Synvisc?

Synvisc is administered by a healthcare professional as an intra-articular (into the joint) injection.

Temporary pain or swelling of the affected joint may occur after injection of Synvisc.

Avoid strenuous activity or prolonged (longer than one hour) weight-bearing activity such as jogging, tennis, or lifting weights for 48 hours following an injection, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Contact your doctor if a dose of Synvisc is missed.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of Synvisc is unlikely to threaten life. Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of Synvisc is suspected.

What should I avoid while using Synvisc?

Avoid strenuous activity or prolonged (longer than one hour) weight-bearing activity such as jogging, tennis, or lifting weights for 48 hours following an injection, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Synvisc side effects

Notify your doctor immediately if you experience a rare but serious allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to Synvisc.

Other less serious side effects may also occur. Talk to your doctor if you experience

temporary pain or swelling of the affected joint;

rash or bruising at the injection site;

headache; or

upset stomach.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Synvisc?

It is not known whether other medications will interact with Synvisc. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products during treatment with Synvisc.

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Supartz

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Supartz

Supartz is used for:

Treating knee pain in patients with osteoarthritis who have not received relief from other treatments.

Supartz is a hyaluronic acid derivative. It works by increasing the effectiveness of the fluid within the knee joint to act as a lubricant and shock absorber.

Do NOT use Supartz if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Supartz :

Some medical conditions may interact with Supartz . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Supartz . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Supartz may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Supartz :

Use Supartz as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Supartz .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Supartz :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Back pain; mild bruising, heat, redness, swelling, or pain at the injection site; temporary achy feeling; temporary knee inflammation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Supartz is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Supartz at home, store Supartz as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Supartz out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Supartz . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Orthovisc

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Orthovisc

Generic Name: hyaluronan (hi AL yer ah nan)

What is the most important information I should know about Orthovisc?

Talk to your doctor before using Orthovisc if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or chicken or egg products.

What is Orthovisc?

Orthovisc is similar to synovial fluid, a substance that occurs naturally in the joints. Synovial fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber.

Orthovisc is injected into the knee joints for the treatment of pain in individuals with osteoarthritis.

Orthovisc may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using Orthovisc?

Talk to your doctor before using Orthovisc if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or chicken or egg products.

Orthovisc should not be used if there is an infection or skin disease at the site of injection.

It is not known whether Orthovisc will be harmful to an unborn baby.

It is not known whether Orthovisc will be harmful to a nursing baby.

How should I use Orthovisc?

Orthovisc is administered by a healthcare professional as an intra-articular (into the joint) injection.

Temporary pain or swelling of the affected joint may occur after injection of Orthovisc.

Avoid strenuous activity or prolonged (longer than one hour) weight-bearing activity such as jogging, tennis, lifting weights, or standing for 48 hours following an injection, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Contact your doctor if a dose of Orthovisc is missed.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of Orthovisc is unlikely to threaten life. Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of Orthovisc is suspected.

What should I avoid while using Orthovisc?

Avoid strenuous activity or prolonged (longer than one hour) weight-bearing activity such as jogging, tennis, lifting weights, or standing for 48 hours following an injection, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What are the possible side effects of Orthovisc?

Notify your doctor immediately if you experience a rare but serious allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to Orthovisc.

Other less serious side effects may also occur. Talk to your doctor if you experience

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect Orthovisc?

It is not known whether other medications will interact with Orthovisc. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products during treatment with Orthovisc.

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