GenVisc 850 injection

Generic name: Sodium Hyaluronate (injection)
Drug class: Viscosupplementation agents

Usage of GenVisc 850 injection

GenVisc 850 is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.

GenVisc 850 is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.

GenVisc 850 is usually given when other arthritis medications have not been effective.

GenVisc 850 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

GenVisc 850 injection side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

GenVisc 850 may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe pain or swelling around the knee after the injection.

Common side effects of GenVisc 850 may include:

warmth, pain, redness, stiffness, bruising, or puffiness where the medicine was injected;

nausea, stomach pain;

trouble walking;

swelling in your hands or feet;

back pain, joint pain, muscle pain;

numbness or tingly feeling;

headache, dizziness; or

runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking GenVisc 850 injection

You should not receive GenVisc 850 if you are allergic to it, or if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.

GenVisc 850 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 GenVisc 850 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.

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How to use GenVisc 850 injection

GenVisc 850 is injected directly into your knee joint. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

GenVisc 850 is usually given once every week for 3 to 5 weeks. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

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.

Warnings

You should not receive a GenVisc 850 if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.

What other drugs will affect GenVisc 850 injection

Other drugs may affect GenVisc 850, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

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