Formulation:
Injection Kit
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Manufacturer:
Stellar Healthcare
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Alternate Names:Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate)
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What is Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) used for? |
Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) is used to treat knee pain in osteoarthritis patients who do not respond to other treatments.
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When should Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) not be taken?
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Do not use Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) or to similar medications you have a skin disease or infection in the area of the injection site you have severely inflamed joints |
What precautions should I follow when taking Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) ?
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Before using Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you are allergic to bird proteins, feathers, or egg products if you have any other medical condition |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate)?
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Avoid excessive or strenuous activity for the first 24 hours after injection with Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) |
What are the side effects of Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate)?
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Most severe: Mild allergic reaction (rash; hives; swelling).
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Most common: Back pain; pain, itching, or swelling at the injection site; rash; headache; joint pain.
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Other: None
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How should I take Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate)?
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How much medicine you are given and how often it is given depends on many factors, including the condition being treated, your age, and weight. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) you are being given, talk with your health care provider. Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) should only be given by a health care professional who is experienced with the use of Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate). Pain or swelling may occur at the injection site. Avoid exercise or any strenuous activities, such as jogging or tennis, within 48 hours after being injected with Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate). Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before receiving Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements.
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How should Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) be stored?
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Store Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) below 77 degrees F in the original packaging. Protect from light. Do not refreeze. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate) is to be taken by the patient in whom it was prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate). If you have any questions about Neovisc (sodium hyaluronate), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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