About sodium hyaluronate hexadecylamide
Hyaluronic acid joint injection
Used for
- Relief of pain and stiffness from knee osteoarthritis
Usual adult dose
One injection into the knee joint; repeat dosing depends on the product and local guidance.
Common side effects
- Temporary knee pain, swelling, warmth, or stiffness
- Injection-site discomfort
- Rare allergic reaction or joint infection
Important warnings
- For injection into the joint by a qualified healthcare professional only.
- Do not inject if the joint or surrounding skin is infected.
- Severe or persistent swelling after injection needs medical assessment.
Pregnancy
Safety during pregnancy is not established; use is generally avoided unless clearly needed.
Breastfeeding
Safety during breastfeeding is not established; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Tell the clinician about blood-thinning medicines and other knee injections.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.