Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml is indicated in the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis of the knee in patients who have failed to respond adequately to non-pharmacologic therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or simple analgesics (pain killers).

Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml contains 'Hyaluronic acid' that works by reducing friction between the joints. Thereby providing relief from pain.

In some cases, Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml is not recommended for people below 21 years. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy of Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml have not been established for use in joints other than the knee. Inform your doctor if you have a joint infection or skin disease in the affected area.

Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml is indicated in the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis of the knee in patients who have failed to respond adequately to non-pharmacologic therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or analgesics (pain killers). Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml works by reducing friction between the joints. Thereby providing relief from pain.

Do not take Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have knee joint infections or skin disease in the area of the injection site. Inform your doctor if you have chondrocalcinosis (accumulation of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals in and around the joints), blood clots, bleeding problems, blood circulation problems, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Hyalgan 20 mg Injection 2 ml is not recommended for people below 21 years.

• Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
• Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
• De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
• Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
• Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
• Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Osteoarthritis: It is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, stiffness, inflammation and tenderness. The main reason for osteoarthritis is age, the older you are, the more likely you could get osteoarthritis, thus known as degenerative disease, meaning that the joints wear out as a person ages. Other reasons include a past injury such as torn cartilage, dislocated joints and ligament injuries.