Visco-3 overview
BRAND NAMES:
Visco-3, Visco-3, TriVisc, TriLURON, Orthovisc, Supartz FX, Durolane, Euflexxa, Gel-One, GelSyn-3, GenVisc 850, Hyalgan, Hymovis, Monovisc
Generic Names:
Visco-3
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 Visco-3 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 Visco-3 come in
Injectable
What are common Visco-3 doses?
Syringe 2.5ML of 25MG/2.5ML
Common Visco-3 prescriptions
Visco-3
2.5ml of 25mg/2.5ml syringe
How to take Visco-3
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.
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 Visco-3
Visco-3 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.
Visco-3 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.
Visco-3 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.
Visco-3 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
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