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
Less Common Side Effects
- Rash
- Itching
- Muscle cramps or pain
- Injection site pain
- Trouble walking
- Headache
- Back pain
Synvisc serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: hives, swelling in the face or throat, trouble breathing
Source: Prescribing Information
The following Synvisc 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
fluid build up around the knee
muscle pain or stiffness
pain and stiffness in the joints
Less common
Bleeding after defecation
bluish color
changes in skin color
fainting
fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
pain or aching in the lower legs
swelling of the ankles, feet, or legs
tenderness
uncomfortable swelling around the anus
warmth or swelling of the joints
Rare
Redness in the joints
Incidence not known
Black, tarry stools
bleeding gums
bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
blood in the urine or stools
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
chills
feeling of warmth
general feeling of discomfort or illness
muscle cramps
pinpoint red spots on the skin
rapid weight gain
redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
tingling of the hands or feet
trouble breathing
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusual weight gain or loss
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:
Rare
Pain at the injection site
Incidence not known
Dizziness
headache
raised red swellings on the skin, lips, tongue, or in the throat
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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