Generic name:hylan G-F 20 [ HI-lan-G-F-20 ]
Brand names: Synvisc, Synvisc One
Drug class:Viscosupplementation agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 23, 2021.
What is Synvisc?
Synvisc is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.
Synvisc is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.
Synvisc is usually given after other arthritis medications have been tried without successful treatment of symptoms.
Warnings
You should not receive Synvisc if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
Before you receive a Synvisc injection, tell your doctor if you have blood clots or circulation problems in your legs, or an allergy to birds, feathers, or egg products.
For at least 48 hours after your injection, avoid jogging, strenuous activity, high-impact sports, or standing for longer than 1 hour at a time.
Call your doctor at once if you have severe pain or swelling around the knee after the injection.
Before receiving this medicine
You should not receive Synvisc if you are allergic to hylan G-F 20, or if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
To make sure Synvisc is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
blood clots or circulation problems in your legs; or
an allergy to birds, feathers, or egg products.
It is not known whether Synvisc will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether hylan G-F 20 passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Synvisc is generally not used in anyone younger than 21 years old.
How is Synvisc given?
Synvisc is injected directly into your knee joint. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
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