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Hyaluronate Sodium (Injection route)
hye-al-ure-ON-ate SOE-dee-umBrand Name(s)
In the US: Euflexxa, Gel-One, Hyalgan, Hyalgan L/L, Supartz, Supartz FX
Dosage forms
Gel/Jelly SolutionClassifications
Therapeutic: Cartilaginous Defect Repair Agent
Uses of This Medicine
Hyaluronate is similar to a substance that occurs naturally in joints and that helps joints work properly by acting like a lubricant and shock absorber. This medicine is injected directly into the knee to relieve pain caused by osteoarthritis.
This medicine is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.
Before Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: