Is gel-one and Synvisc one the same thing?

The only difference is that Synvisc-One is provided with one injection, compared to the three injections required for SYNVISC. Both treatments can provide up to six months of osteoarthritis knee pain relief.

What is the generic name for gel-one?

Gel-One (cross-linked hyaluronate) is an injectable hyaluronate gel approved for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee who have failed to respond adequately to non-pharmacologic therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or analgesics, e.g., acetaminophen.

Is there a generic for Synvisc One?

There is no generic or brand-name equivalent of Synvisc One. However, other brand-name hyaluronic acid knee injections are available as Monovisc, Orthovisc, and Supartz. Generic hyaluronic acid injections are available.

What is better than Synvisc?

In one study of over 50,000 people with knee osteoarthritis, people who took Hyalgan were less likely to need a total knee replacement later compared to people who took Synvisc. They also had a longer delay before they needed to have knee replacement surgery compared to people treated with Synvisc.

Can gel shots make knees worse?

Sometimes, gel injections could worsen the pain. This increase in pain may be short-term only. However, in some cases, the knee becomes swollen and inflamed. In these cases, you might have experienced an allergic reaction.

Is gel-one FDA approved?

Zimmer Biomet announced FDA approval of an expanded 26-week efficacy claim for single-injection Gel-One® Cross-linked Hyaluronate viscosupplement for the treatment of knee pain associated with osteoarthritis (OA).

How long does a gel-one shot last?

Gel-One is injected directly into your knee joint. A healthcare provider will give you this injection. Gel-One is usually given once every week for 3 to 5 weeks.

Is there an alternative to Synvisc?

Synvisc (hylan GF 20) and Hyalgan (hyaluronic acid) are both available as brand-name drugs. They’re made of a naturally occurring substance called hyaluronic acid.

Are gel shots better than cortisone?

Numerous studies have shown that the gel injections are no more helpful than cortisone injections. However, they do not harm the articular surface like cortisone. Unlike cortisone, 10%-20% of the patient may develop an adverse reaction to the shots and experience severe pain and swelling within 72 hours of injection.