What is Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate used for?

This medicine is used as replacement for synovial fluid following arthrocentesis.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate be stored?

Store in a dry place at room temperature between 59° - 86°F. Keep out of reach of children and pets

General drug information:

When should Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate not be taken?

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine.

What precautions should I follow when taking Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate?

Before using this medicine, 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 other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions.

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate?

Do not administer to patients with known hypersensitivity reactions. Transient, short duration pain or swelling may occur following intra-articular injections of sodium hyaluronate

What are the side effects of Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate?

Most severe: None

Most common: Pain or soreness at the site of injection.

Other: None

How should I take Suplasyn/Sodium hyaluronate?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medication without checking with your health care provider. Do not take more medication than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medication. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. Sodium hyaluronate is the salt of a natural component of many of the tissues of the body. It is extremely well tolerated when injected into the intra-articular space. Reports of minor inflammation have been reported but are generally considered to be due to the method of administration. Each batch of Suplasyn is tested in vivo to confirm its essential noninflammatory properties.Dosage.