What is Genvisc 850: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Jan 25, 2023

Genvisc 850 overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • TriVisc, Visco-3, TriLURON, Supartz FX, Orthovisc, Sodium Hyaluronate, Durolane, Euflexxa, Gel-One, GelSyn-3, GenVisc 850, Hyalgan, Hymovis, Monovisc

Generic Names:

  • Supartz Fx

Uses:

  • Treats severe pain in your knee due to osteoarthritis.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Musculoskeletal Agent, Antirheumatic, Cartilaginous Defect Repair Agent

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What is Genvisc 850 used for?

Genvisc 850 is used to relieve knee pain in patients with osteoarthritis. It works by acting as a lubricant and shock absorber in the joint, helping the knee to move smoothly.

What form(s) does Genvisc 850 come in

  • Injectable

What are common Genvisc 850 doses?

  • Syringe 2.5ml of 25mg/2.5ml

Common Genvisc 850 prescriptions

  • GenVisc 850
    2.5ml of 25mg/2.5ml syringe

How to take Genvisc 850

  • Your doctor will tell you how many injections you will need. This medicine is injected into your knee joint.

  • Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Genvisc 850

Genvisc 850 contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to hyaluronic acid or if you have a bleeding disorder.

Genvisc 850 warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have any allergies, including to birds, feathers, or eggs.

  • Rest your knee for 48 hours after you receive an injection. Do not do strenuous, weightbearing activities, such as jogging or tennis. Avoid activities that keep you standing for longer than 1 hour.

Genvisc 850 interactions

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have any allergies, including to birds, feathers, or eggs.

  • Rest your knee for 48 hours after you receive an injection. Do not do strenuous, weightbearing activities, such as jogging or tennis. Avoid activities that keep you standing for longer than 1 hour.

Genvisc 850 side effects

Serious 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

  • Pain, redness, or swelling where the medicine is injected

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Pain, redness, or swelling where the medicine is injected

  • Mild increase in pain or swelling in your knee