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Monovisc Side Effects

Kristianne Hannemann, PharmDConnie Zheng, PharmD
Reviewed by Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD, Connie Zheng, PharmD
Last reviewed on November 6, 2024

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Joint pain (4%)
  • Injection site pain (2%)
  • Joint swelling (1%)

Less Common Side Effects

  • Joint stiffness
  • Pain in arms or legs
  • Bruise
  • Hard lump under the skin

Source: Prescribing Information

The following Monovisc side effects have also been reported

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Difficulty with moving

muscle pain or stiffness

pain in the joints

Less common

Swelling or redness in the joints

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

Bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the injection site

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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