Sodium hyaluronate is similar to the fluid that surrounds your joints. Sodium hyaluronate
acts as a lubricant on the skin by restoring moisture and preventing friction or abrasion.
Sodium hyaluronate is used to treat skin ulcers such as bed sores or diabetic foot ulcers, as
well as burn wounds, surgical incisions, cuts, abrasions, and other skin irritations.
Sodium hyaluronate topical is also used to treat dry or scaly skin.
Sodium hyaluronate oral gel is used to treat mouth sores or other irritation caused by
infection, chemotherapy or radiation treatments, or dental work.
Sodium hyaluronate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking sodium hyaluronate topical?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to sodium hyaluronate.
FDA pregnancy category C. Before using sodium hyaluronate, tell your doctor if you
are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether sodium hyaluronate topical passes into breast milk or if it
could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are
breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take sodium hyaluronate topical?
Use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts
or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
To use this medication on the skin:
Clean and disinfect the skin area before applying sodium
hyaluronate topical cream, gel, film, or spray.
Apply enough of the medication to cover the wound or
affected skin area entirely.
If you use sodium hyaluronate
gel
or
cream
on an open skin wound, dab a thin layer of the medicine onto the
affected area with as little rubbing as possible.
To prevent contaminating the medication tube or bottle, use
a sterile rubber glove or finger cot while applying sodium hyaluronate topical. Also do not
share the medication with other people.
Cover the treated skin area with a sterile gauze pad or
other dressing recommended by your doctor.
Sodium hyaluronate topical for use on the skin is usually
applied 2 or 3 times per day. Follow your doctor's instructions.
To use the sodium hyaluronate oral gel:
Tear open the gel packet and pour the entire contents into a
drinking glass. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of water and stir this mixture well.
If you do not have water available while using the oral gel,
you may use it undiluted.
Rinse your mouth thoroughly by swishing and gargling with
the mixture in your mouth for at least 1 minute.
Make sure your gums, teeth, tongue, and insides of your
cheeks are well coated with the medicine before spitting it out.
Avoid eating or drinking anything for at least 1 hour after
using the oral gel.
Sodium hyaluronate oral gel may be used 3 times per day.
Follow your doctor's instructions.
Stop using the medication and call your doctor if your symptoms
do not improve or if they get worse while using this medication.
Store sodium hyaluronate at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep
the tube or bottle tightly closed when not in use. Do not tear open an oral gel packet until you are
ready to use it.
What happens if I miss a dose of sodium hyaluronate topical?
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
Do not
apply extra
medicine to make up the missed dose.
Where can I get more information about sodium hyaluronate topical?
Your pharmacist has information about sodium hyaluronate topical written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of sodium hyaluronate topical?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic
reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using the medication and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if
they get worse, or if you develop any new signs of skin infection such as redness, warmth,
swelling, or oozing.
Sodium hyaluronate oral gel may cause a mild burning sensation in your mouth.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about
any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about sodium hyaluronate topical?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to sodium hyaluronate.
Clean and disinfect the skin area before applying sodium hyaluronate topical. Avoid
using a wound disinfectant that contains quarternary ammonium salts. Use only the wound
disinfecting method your doctor recommends.
To prevent contaminating the medication tube or bottle, use a sterile rubber glove or
finger cot while applying sodium hyaluronate topical. Also do not share the medication with
other people.
Avoid getting sodium hyaluronate skin medication on your lips or in your mouth,
nose, or eyes. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water. Only the oral gel form of
sodium hyaluronate is safe to use in the mouth.
Stop using the medication and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if
they get worse, or if you develop any new signs of skin infection such as redness, warmth,
swelling, or oozing.
What should I avoid while taking sodium hyaluronate topical?
Avoid getting sodium hyaluronate skin medication on your lips or in your mouth,
nose, or eyes. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water. Only the oral gel form of
sodium hyaluronate is safe to use in the mouth.
Avoid using a wound disinfectant that contains quarternary ammonium salts. Use only
the wound disinfecting method your doctor recommends.
What other drugs will affect sodium hyaluronate topical?
It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically
applied sodium hyaluronate. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor
about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal
products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling
your doctor.
What happens if I have an overdose of sodium hyaluronate topical?
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share
your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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