What is Hymovis? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 10, 2022

Hymovis 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:

  • Hymovis

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 Hymovis used for?

What form(s) does Hymovis come in?

  • Injectable

What are common Hymovis dosages?

  • Syringe 3ml of 24mg/3ml

Hymovis images - What does Hymovis look like?

  • Hymovis
    3ml of 24mg/3ml syringe

How to take Hymovis

  • 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 Hymovis

Hymovis contraindications - Who shouldn't take Hymovis?

  • 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.

Hymovis 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.

Hymovis interactions & what to avoid when taking Hymovis

  • 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.

Hymovis side effects - How does Hymovis make you feel?

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

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