Hyaluronate Sodium (Injection Route)

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Hyaluronate Sodium (Injection Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Hyalgan
  • Hyalgan L/L
  • Supartz

Description

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.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution
Before Using

DR600755

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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