Univisc Injection
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Product introduction
Univisc Injection is a medicine used for treatment of pain due to osteoarthritis. This medicine is commonly given when when a patient does not respond to other conventional treatments. It reduces the friction in the joints and decreases the pain and swelling.
Univisc Injection is administered by intra‐articular injection. Intra‐articular injection is given by inserting a needle into the space in the knee joint that contains fluid used for lubrication and cushioning. it should not be self-administered as it can be only administered by a qualified doctor. While on treatment with this medicine, you should avoid activities such as strenuous sports and exercise, or standing on your feet for a long time.
Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, and redness), muscle pain, and joint pain. If these side effects do no resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.
You should not take this medicine if you have a knee joint infection or skin disease, or infection around the area where the injection will be given. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. You should also let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking before using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Univisc Injection is administered by intra‐articular injection. Intra‐articular injection is given by inserting a needle into the space in the knee joint that contains fluid used for lubrication and cushioning. it should not be self-administered as it can be only administered by a qualified doctor. While on treatment with this medicine, you should avoid activities such as strenuous sports and exercise, or standing on your feet for a long time.
Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, and redness), muscle pain, and joint pain. If these side effects do no resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.
You should not take this medicine if you have a knee joint infection or skin disease, or infection around the area where the injection will be given. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. You should also let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking before using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Uses of Univisc Injection
Benefits of Univisc Injection
In Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints of your hands, knees, hips and spine. Univisc Injection is most commonly used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. Univisc Injection helps restore the synovial fluid which helps in lubricating and cushioning the joint during movement. This way it restores the mobility and reduce the pain. Mild symptoms of osteoarthritis can sometimes be managed by doing light exercises, losing weight and suitable footwear.
Side effects of Univisc Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Univisc
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Muscle pain
- Joint pain
How to use Univisc Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Univisc Injection works
Univisc Injection is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It helps supplement the viscous properties of the fluid in knee joint thereby reducing friction in the joints and helps them work smoothly.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Univisc Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Univisc Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Univisc Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Univisc Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Univisc Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Univisc Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Univisc Injection?
If you miss a dose of Univisc Injection, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nonsulfated Glycosaminoglycan
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Osteoarthritis- Hyaluronic acid
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