What is the most important information I should know about hylan G-F 20?
Talk to your doctor before using hylan G-F 20 if you have an
allergy to birds or bird
products, feathers, or egg products.
What is hylan G-F 20?
Hylan G-F 20 is similar to synovial fluid, a substance that occurs naturally in the joints.
Synovial fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber.
Hylan G-F 20 is injected into the knee joints for the treatment of pain in individuals with
osteoarthritis.
Hylan G-F 20 may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before using hylan G-F 20?
Talk to your doctor before using hylan G-F 20 if you have an allergy to birds or bird
products, feathers, or egg products.
Hylan G-F 20 should not be used if there is an infection or skin disease at the site of
injection.
It is not known whether hylan G-F 20 will be harmful to an unborn baby.
Do
not use hylan G-F 20 without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could
become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether hylan G-F 20 will be harmful to a nursing baby.
Do
not use hylan G-F 20 without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use hylan G-F 20?
Hylan G-F 20 is administered by a healthcare professional as an intra-articular (into the
joint) injection.
Temporary pain or swelling of the affected joint may occur after injection of hylan G-F 20.
Avoid strenuous activity or prolonged (longer than one hour) weight-bearing activity such as
jogging, tennis, or lifting weights for 48 hours following an injection, unless otherwise directed by
your doctor.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Contact your doctor if a dose of hylan G-F 20 is missed.
What happens if I overdose?
An overdose of hylan G-F 20 is unlikely to threaten life. Contact your doctor or seek
emergency medical attention if an overdose of hylan G-F 20 is suspected.
What should I avoid while using hylan G-F 20?
Avoid strenuous activity or prolonged (longer than one hour) weight-bearing activity such as
jogging, tennis, or lifting weights for 48 hours following an injection, unless otherwise directed by
your doctor.
What are the possible side effects of hylan G-F 20?
Notify your doctor immediately if you experience a rare but serious
allergic reaction
(
difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or
hives) to hylan
G-F 20.
Other less serious side effects may also occur. Talk to your doctor if you experience
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your
doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect hylan G-F 20?
It is not known whether other medications will interact with hylan G-F 20. Talk to your
doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including
herbal products during treatment with hylan G-F 20.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about hylan G-F 20 written for health
professionals that you may read.
What does my medication look like?
Hylan G-F 20 is available with a prescription under the brand name Synvisc. Other brand or
generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this
medication, especially if it is new to you.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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