What is hylan G-F 20?
Hylan G-F 20 is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.
Hylan G-F 20 is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.
Hylan G-F 20 is usually given after other arthritis medications have been tried without successful treatment of symptoms.
Hylan G-F 20 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about hylan G-F 20?
You should not receive hylan G-F 20 if you are allergic to it, or if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
Before you receive a hylan G-F 20 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.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving hylan G-F 20?
You should not receive hylan G-F 20 if you are allergic to it, or if you have an infection in your knee or in the skin around your knee.
To make sure you can safely receive hylan G-F 20, 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 hylan G-F 20 will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether hylan G-F 20 passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Hylan G-F 20 is generally not used in anyone younger than 21 years old.