Mefenamic acid and Sodium hyaluronate injection

• Generic Name: mefenamic acid
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ponstel

Mefenamic acid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Mefenamic acid works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Mefenamic acid is used short-term (7 days or less) to treat mild to moderate pain in adults and children who are at least 14 years old. Mefenamic acid is also used to treat menstrual pain.

Mefenamic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: sodium hyaluronate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Durolane, Euflexxa, Gel-One, Gelsyn-3, Hyalgan, Supartz, Supartz FX, Visco-3, Trivisc, GenVisc 850, Monovisc, Orthovisc, Synvisc, Synvisc-One

Sodium hyaluronate is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.

Sodium hyaluronate is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.

Sodium hyaluronate is usually given when other arthritis medications have not been effective.

Sodium hyaluronate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.