Hyvisc Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml otherwise known as Hyaluronate Sodium works to help horses suffering from joint dysfunction caused by non-infectious synovitis. An equine osteoarthritis treatment, please note that this product is shipped cold.
Who is Hyvisc (Hyaluronate Sodium) Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml for?
Horses
Why use Hyvisc (Hyaluronate Sodium) Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml?
A joint viscoelasticity and lubrication treatment, this product is for horses suffering from dysfunction associated with osteoarthritis. The contained Hyaluronate Sodium solution works with similar properties to synovial fluid. Please note that each larger-calibrated syringe includes 22 mg for ease of administration.
How does Hyvisc (Hyaluronate Sodium) Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml work?
The key ingredient in this product is Hyaluronate sodium. A naturally occurring constitute in the body, it works to support connective tissue and synovial fluid function. Containing viscoelastic and lubricating properties, it reduces dysfunction and encourages cartilage to form stable aggregates.
Boehringer Ingelheim
Hyaluronate Sodium 11 mg/ml
How is Hyvisc (Hyaluronate Sodium) Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml sold?
11 mg/ml, 2 ml Prefilled Injection
What are the side effects of Hyvisc (Hyaluronate Sodium) Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml?
No contraindications are associated with Hyvisc Injection (hyaluronate sodium) use. This and any other intra-articular injection carries a risk of mild inflammatory response (swelling, heat, and tenderness) in the joint(s) after injection. This effect has been shown to be self-limiting, but could last for 2 to 5 days post-treatment. In case of severe or excessive inflammation, consult your veterinarian.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children Only use in horses Not for human use Never give intravascularly Before disposal crush the syringe If small air bubbles are present in the solution, never use
In case of overdose, contact your nearest veternarian or pet hospital.
How can I store Hyvisc (Hyaluronate Sodium) Injection 11mg/ml, 2 ml?
Store between 36°-46°F (2°-8°C). Keep refrigerated, do not freeze. Avoid heat.
Always consult a veterinarian before use. To use, administer using aseptic methods 2 mL intra-articularly in small or medium joints and 4 mL intra-articularly in large joints. For any size joint, before injection monitor joints routinely, this will help in pinpointing the specific issue. To ensure no fractures or serious-abnormalities are present, use a radiograph or other diagnostic technique. When the joint issue is pinpointed, remove the synovial fluid aseptically. Then, take the syringe and remove the cap and with a sterile 20 gauge needle inject 2 mL or 4 mL. Depending on the dose, one or two syringes will be needed. Please note that the viscosity of this fluid can dislodge the needle, care should be taken during inject to make sure this does not happen. After injection, allow 2 or 4 days of light exercise or rest before normal activity. Within 2 weeks improvement in joint function should be seen.
Hyaluronate Sodium 11 mg/ml