A viscosupplement for the local treatment of pain associated with osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. Synvisc must be administered by a suitably qualified healthcare professional.
Active Ingredient: Hylan
Classification: General Sale
Purpose/Usage: Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) is a safe and effective treatment that can provide long lasting pain relief for knee OA which has failed to respond to simple analgesics (like acetaminophen) or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or other current treatment. Treatment with Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) may enable increased mobility, and a more comfortable level of activity.
Pain relief can last for up to six months: you may begin to feel relief after the first injection, but maximum results usually occur 8-12 weeks after the first injection. Individual results may vary.
Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) is injected directly into the knee. Your doctor may instruct you to temporarily avoid strenuous activity after treatment. Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) is the number 1 prescribed viscosupplement in the US, and is available in many countries around the world.
Directions: Synvisc injection must be administered by a suitably qualified healthcare professional. Follow the directions for using Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) that your doctor provides you. Ensure you attend all your doctor appointments while taking Synvisc (Hylan GF 20).
Warnings: A side effect that may occur while taking Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) is temporary pain or swelling of the injected joint. If this side effect continues or is bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience persistent pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site; bruising; fever; rash; hemorrhoids; sweating; nausea; calf cramping; ankle swelling; muscle pain; or rapid heartbeat. If you notice other Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) side effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Please read the enclosed leaflet.
Storage: Store Synvisc (Hylan GF 20) below 30°C (86°F) in the original packaging, away from light. Do not freeze.