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 Euflexxa?
Euflexxa is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.
Euflexxa is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.
Euflexxa is usually given when other arthritis medications have not been effective.
Euflexxa may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not receive a Euflexxa if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
Before taking this medicine
You should not receive Euflexxa if you are allergic to it, or if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
Euflexxa 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
an allergy to birds, feathers, or egg products.
It is not known whether Euflexxa 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 Euflexxa given?
Euflexxa is injected directly into your knee joint. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Euflexxa is usually given once every week ...
