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General Medication Fact Sheet for Orthovisc
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Orthovisc |
| Generic Name | Hyaluronate Sodium |
| Purpose | Viscosupplementation for osteoarthritis knee pain relief |
| Mechanism of Action | Replaces and supplements synovial fluid in the knee joint, improving lubrication and reducing pain |
| Dosage Forms | Intra-articular injection |
| Available Strengths | 15 mg/mL |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically 3-4 weekly injections |
| Common Side Effects | Injection site pain, swelling, warmth, joint effusion, stiffness |
| Serious Side Effects | Severe allergic reaction, septic arthritis, post-injection flare |
| Drug Interactions | No known significant drug interactions |
| Important Notes | Avoid strenuous activities for 48 hours after injection; inform your doctor of any allergies or infections |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator, protected from light |
| Missed Dose | Contact your doctor to reschedule if you miss an injection |
| Alternatives | Euflexxa, Hyalgan, Synvisc, Corticosteroid Injections |
Orthovisc Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Euflexxa (Hyaluronate Sodium) | Viscosupplementation | Another hyaluronic acid injection for knee osteoarthritis. |
| Hyalgan (Hyaluronate Sodium) | Viscosupplementation | Another hyaluronic acid injection for knee osteoarthritis. |
| Synvisc (Hylan G-F 20) | Viscosupplementation | A modified hyaluronic acid injection for knee osteoarthritis, often requires fewer injections. |
| Corticosteroid Injections | Anti-inflammatory | Provides short-term pain relief by reducing inflammation in the joint. |
Orthovisc Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Injection site pain | Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) |
| Swelling | Septic arthritis (joint infection) |
| Warmth at injection site | Post-injection flare (increased pain and inflammation) |
| Joint effusion | Pseudoseptic reaction |
| Stiffness | None Common |
Orthovisc Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osteoarthritis of the Knee | 1 injection | 1 injection weekly for 3-4 weeks | Administered by a healthcare professional directly into the knee joint. |
Orthovisc Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $200 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $400 – $600 |
| From CPS | $584.30 |
