Indications & Uses
Helo is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Dosage: Sodium Hyaluronate is given by intra-articular injection. A treatment cycle consists of five injections given at weekly intervals. Some patients may benefit from three injections given at weekly intervals. Inject the full 2 ml into one knee only. If both knees are being treated, use a separate injection for each knee. Treatment may be repeated, usually at an interval of 6 to 12 months. Pediatrics: The safety and effectiveness of Sodium Hyaluronate have not been demonstrated in children.
Side Effects
Local reactions such as pain, swelling or fluid build-up, warmth, or redness at the injection site have been reported. These symptoms are usually temporary and clear up on their own within a few days when the affected joint is rested and ice is applied.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Take care when injecting Hyalgun into patients who are allergic to avian proteins, feathers, or egg products. A strict aseptic technique must be followed during administration. If joint effusion is present, it should be removed before Hyalgun is injected. For 48 hours after the intra-articular injection, patients are advised to avoid strenuous activities and prolonged (more than 1 hour) weight-bearing activities such as jogging or tennis.
Contraindications
Sodium hyaluronate must not be used in people with a known allergy to hyaluronate preparations. Injections into a joint should also be avoided when there is a current or previous infection, or a skin condition, at or around the injection site, as this lowers the risk of septic arthritis (infection within the joint).