SYNVISC 2ML

Synvisc® (hylan G-F 20) is a viscosupplement injection that supplements the fluid in your knee to help lubricate and cushion the joint. Synvisc is a sterile high molecular weight fluid, which contains Hylan A fluid, Hylan B gel and salt water designed to treat osteoarthritis pain in the knee, hip, ankle or shoulder. The treatment works by restoring the elasticity and viscosity within the joint allowing a more extensive movement of the joint.

Synvisc® can be used as a temporary replacement and supplement for synovial fluid for patients with osteoarthritis, who have failed to respond to a more conservative therapy, such as non-drug treatment options.

The pack consists of:

• 3 x 2ml syringes

Benefits of Synvisc 2ml:

• Treats pain and discomfort in the knee, hip, ankle or shoulder
• Acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints
• Relief pain caused by osteoarthritis

How long does the pain relief last?

All patients respond differently, but most patients experience that pain relief can last up to 6 months.

THE ORIGIN OF THIS PRODUCT IS FROM THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY (EC)

The three-syringe presentation is the practical difference here: this is dispensed as a course of injections, so a clinic buying it is scheduling a series of appointments rather than a single visit. Practices that prefer to finish in one sitting usually compare it against Synvisc One 6ml before committing to a pack. Both sit under GENZYME, supplied sealed at trade prices to licensed practitioners, with worldwide dispatch.