What is hyaluronan?
Hyaluronan is similar to synovial fluid, a substance that occurs naturally in the joints. Synovial fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber.
Hyaluronan is injected into the knee joints for the treatment of pain in individuals with osteoarthritis.
Hyaluronan may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
What is the most important information I should know about hyaluronan?
Talk to your doctor before using hyaluronan if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or chicken or egg products.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before using hyaluronan?
Talk to your doctor before using hyaluronan if you have an allergy to birds or bird products, feathers, or chicken or egg products.
Hyaluronan should not be used if there is an infection or skin disease at the site of injection.
It is not known whether hyaluronan will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use hyaluronan without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether hyaluronan will be harmful to a nursing baby. Do not use hyaluronan without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.