Durolane (injection)
Generic name:sodium hyaluronate (injection) [ SO-dee-um-HYE-al-yoo-RON-ate ]
Brand names: Durolane, Euflexxa, Gel-One, Gelsyn-3, Hyalgan, Supartz
Drug class:Viscosupplementation agents
What is Durolane?
Durolane is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.
Durolane is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.
Durolane is usually given when other arthritis medications have not been effective.
Durolane may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not receive a Durolane if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
Before taking this medicine
You should not receive Durolane if you are allergic to it, or if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
Durolane is not approved for use by anyone younger than 21 years old.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
blood clots or circulation problems in your legs; or
It is not known whether Durolane will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed a baby while you are using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risks.
How is Durolane given?
Durolane is injected directly into your knee joint. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
A single injection of Durolane provides pain reduction in patients with knee osteoarthritis for up to 26 weeks.
To prevent pain and swelling, your doctor may recommend resting your knee or applying ice for a short time after your injection.
Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your Durolane.
What happens if I overdose?
Since this medication is given by a healthcare professional in a medica...
