About hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid viscosupplement
Used for
- Relieves knee osteoarthritis pain when simpler treatments are insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Injected into the affected joint by a clinician. Depending on formulation, treatment involves one injection or weekly injections for three to five weeks.
Common side effects
- Temporary pain, swelling, or warmth at the injection site.
- Joint stiffness or fluid buildup.
- Rare severe allergic reactions.
- Rare joint infection.
Important warnings
- Do not inject into infected joints or through infected skin.
- Avoid use with known allergy to the product's ingredients.
- Some formulations require caution with bird protein allergies.
- Avoid strenuous activity for 48 hours after joint injection.
Pregnancy
Safety during pregnancy has not been established.
Breastfeeding
Safety during breastfeeding has not been established.
Interactions
- Interactions with other medicines injected into the joint are insufficiently studied.
- Certain disinfectants can cause hyaluronic acid to precipitate.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.