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Viscosafe is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis.
The right dosage of Viscosafe depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Viscosafe include Joint Swelling. While these are the most often observed Viscosafe side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Viscosafe normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Viscosafe has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Viscosafe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Viscosafe related warnings section.
Viscosafe is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Viscosafe have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Viscosafe is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Viscosafe is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Viscosafe safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Viscosafe for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Viscosafe safe during breastfeeding?
Viscosafe should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Viscosafe on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Viscosafe on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Viscosafe on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Viscosafe on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Viscosafe on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Viscosafe on heart. So it is not known whether taking Viscosafe will cause side effects on heart or not.
Viscosafe should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Viscosafe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Viscosafe habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Viscosafe has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Viscosafe since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Viscosafe should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Viscosafe is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Viscosafe
There is no information on the effects of taking Viscosafe with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Viscosafe
Information about the interaction of Viscosafe and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hylenex recombinant (hyaluronidase human injection)