It is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis (joint disorder).
sodium-hyaluronate
- Sodium Hyaluronate injection is administered to treat symptoms of osteoarthritis such as joint stiffness and pain in those who have not received sufficient relief from other medicines, exercise, or physiotherapy.
- Dry eyes are a frequent condition that arises when the tears are unable to adequately lubricate your eyes. Eye drops of Sodium Hyaluronate both prevent and treat dry eyes.
Contradications
- If you are sensitive to Sodium Hyaluronate, you should avoid using it. Seek emergency medical assistance if you detect any of the following symptoms: skin rash, itching/swelling (particularly on your face, throat or tongue), extreme dizziness, difficulty breathing, and so on.
- You should avoid using Sodium Hyaluronate if you are suffering from a joint infection since it increases the likelihood of spreading the infection. This may aggravate your problem.
Side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Appetite loss
- Stomach ache
- Swelling of the knee
- Face, eyelid or lip swelling
- Injection site discomfort
- Fever
- Weakness
- Changes in vision
- Pain in the eyes
- Itching of the eyes
Expert Advice
Keep Sodium Hyaluronate and all other medicines out of children's and pets' reach. Avoid sharing your medicines with other people and only use this drug as recommended. Sodium Hyaluronate must be stored in sealed containers in a cool, dry area.
FAQs
What are the uses of Sodium Hyaluronate?
How to store Sodium Hyaluronate?
Please store at room temperature (18-25 Celsius) or refrigerate (depending on type and manufacturer). Keep it away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Does Sodium Hyaluronate have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
Sodium Hyaluronate is most likely safe for pregnant women. Its effect on lactating women is unknown. Consult your health care provider before use.
What are the precautions for using Sodium Hyaluronate?
Following are the precautions: • Joint inflammation • Disorder or disease related to lymphatic vessels of the body • Patients allergic to birds, eggs, and bird products must be cautious
What are the side effects of using Sodium Hyaluronate?
Following are the side effects: • Transient pain • Joint inflammation
How to use Sodium Hyaluronate?
This medicine is mostly injected into a vein by a medical professional. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity.
Medicines containing sodium-hyaluronate
Biolan Gel
By GlaxoSmithKline
Rs.368
Rs.319
