Sodium hyaluronate Drug information
Generic Name: sodium hyaluronate (injectable) (SEW dee um hi al ur AH nate)
Brand Names: Hyalgan, Supartz
What is the most important information I should know about sodium hyaluronate? - Talk to your doctor before using sodium hyaluronate if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or egg products.
What is sodium hyaluronate? - Sodium hyaluronate is similar to synovial fluid, a substance that occurs naturally in the joints. Synovial fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber.
- Sodium hyaluronate is injected into the knee joints for the treatment of pain in individuals with osteoarthritis.
- Sodium hyaluronate may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before using sodium hyaluronate? - Talk to your doctor before using sodium hyaluronate if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or egg products.
- Sodium hyaluronate should not be used if there is an infection or skin disease at the site of injection.
- It is not known whether sodium hyaluronate will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use sodium hyaluronate without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
- It is not known whether sodium hyaluronate will be harmful to a nursing baby. Do not use sodium hyaluronate without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use sodium hyaluronate? - Sodium hyaluronate 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 sodium hyaluronate.
- 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 sodium hyaluronate is missed.
What happens if I overdose? - An overdose of sodium hyaluronate is unlikely to threaten life. Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of sodium hyaluronate is suspected.
What should I avoid while using sodium hyaluronate? - 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 are the possible side effects of sodium hyaluronate?
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 sodium hyaluronate.
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.
What other drugs will affect sodium hyaluronate? - It is not known whether other medications will interact with sodium hyaluronate. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products during treatment with sodium hyaluronate.
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