Orthovisc

Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a glycosaminoglycan found in various connective tissue of humans. Contents 1 Chemistry 2 Natural occurrence 3 Mechanism of action 4 Pharmacokinetics 5 Adverse effects 6 Medical uses 6.1 Intra-articular injection 6.2 Intraocular viscoelastic injection 6.3 Skin injections in plastic surgery 6.4 Topical application 7 Contraindications 8 History 9 See also 10 References Chemistry Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluroni...

Is there gluten in the Orthovisc injectable? ## Hi Diane, From what I was able to gather, the product labeling does not list their inactive ingredients (which may or may not include gluten). Further administration precautions note the following: "Orthovisc Precautions: Before using hyaluronate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to bird proteins, feathers, or egg products; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as latex found in the rubber syringe cap of some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details." Since the product labeling is very vague, I think it would be best to just follow those guidelines and contact your local pharmacy for more info...

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Has anyone been allergic to orthovisc? ## i had an injection in both knees on Thursday, by Friday i was breaking out in hives on the legs and arms several times a day. It has continued thru Monday but only 3 incidences on Monday, involving arms, legs and torso. Not much help from doctor's office of Anika, the manufacturer and distributor of product ## It is always possible to be allergic to any medication, regardless of how it is administered, or if it's over the counter, or given by prescription. How are you doing, now? Did you stop using it? Are you on any other medications? The FDA lists other side effects as possibly including administration site reactions, redness, skin flaking, and dryness.

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What is the side effect of orthovisc injection for my osteo arthritis on both my knees? ## Hello, Betsy! How are you? The issue with Orthovisc is that it can cause some potential serious side effects, while not being completely proven to help OA of the knee… The side effects may include: pain at the site, swelling, bruising, feelings of heat, rash, hives, arthralgia, bursitis and an aggravation of your OA. Learn more Orthovisc details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Having a total knee replacement done in March have tried every type of therapies for pain, including CORTISONE and ORTHOVISC, but nothing helps... Doctor put me on Norco (5mg. / 325 mg.). It takes the edge off of my pain. (Also forgot to mention I'm dealing with severe bursitis in my hip in which I'm having the knee replacement surgery done on...) But still in a lot of pain. Can I asked the Orthopedic Surgeon to up the dosage to 7.5 mg. / 325 mg.? Also, is it safe taking this medication for two months prior to my surgery? Need some relief from pain until March... (Had my other knee replaced 5 years ago and took Norco 10/325 for 5 weeks after surgery to help with pain especially during therapy.) Anyones advise on this question? Thanks Much! Happy New Year to All!!! :-) ## You can...

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I was in an an auto accident 2 yrs ago and both knees made impact with dash. At first not much pain but now pain is chronic because of loss of cartlidge.Should I be taking something to help rebuild the cartlidge? And as the pain goes after working all day it's so bad I dont sleep at night and have tried Alieve, Advil, etc. but it wont help. Any advice? ## Unfortunately nothing rebuilds cartilage that the regular person can afford. Stem cell therapy is being experimented with. I used hyaluronic acid shots in my knee for years before I got it replaced. It is awesome. Don't use cortisone shots. Cortisone shots tend to deteriorate the remainder of the joint space. Orthovisc is a series of 3 inj's. Expensive but what a relief!!! ## Hello Fisherguy I am in the same situation no ca...

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