Restylane

= Prescription Required = Generic Equvalent

Restylane
0.5mL Gel
Hyaluronic Acid, Stabilized

Restylane
1mL Gel
Hyaluronic Acid, Stabilized

Restylane Prescription Drug Information

Hyaluronic Acid (Injection)
Hyaluronic Acid (hye-al-ure-ON-ate AS-id)

Treats severe pain in your knee joint due to osteoarthritis.

Brand Name(s):Orthovisc, Euflexxa, Supartz, Hyalgan
There may be other brand names for Restylane.

When Restylane Should Not Be Used:
You should not receive Restylane if you have had an allergic reaction to hyaluronic acid or to any products derived from birds such as eggs, feathers, or poultry. You should not receive Restylane if you have any infection or skin disease on your knee joint.

How to Use Restylane:
Injectable

Restylane is given as a shot into your knee joint. It may take more than one injection for the pain to go away.
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you Restylane.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Restylane:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using Restylane:

Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Make sure you do not strain your knee joint for two days after receiving Restylane. Avoid activities such as jogging, tennis, heavy lifting, or standing on your feet for a long time.

Possible Side Effects While Using Restylane:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
Back pain or joint pain.

If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Restylane, talk with your doctor:

Headache.
Redness, pain, swelling, itching, bruising, or rash where the shot is given.

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Restylane, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

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