Pronunciation: SOE-dee-um hye-a-loo-ROE-nate
Generic Name: Sodium Hyaluronate
Brand Name: Hylira
Hylira Gel is used for:
Treating dry, scaly skin.
Hylira Gel is a mucopolysaccharide. It works by replacing a substance found in the skin.
Do NOT use Hylira Gel if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Hylira Gel
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Hylira Gel:
Some medical conditions may interact with Hylira Gel. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Hylira Gel. Because little, if any, of Hylira Gel is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Hylira Gel may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Hylira Gel:
Use Hylira Gel as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Wash your hands before and after using Hylira Gel, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
- Apply a generous amount of medicine to the affected area and rub in well.
- If you miss a dose of Hylira Gel, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Hylira Gel.
Important safety information:
- Hylira Gel is for external use only. Do not get Hylira Gel in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you get Hylira Gel in your eyes, rinse with cool water right away.
- Do not use Hylira Gel for other skin conditions at a later time.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is unknown if Hylira Gel can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant while taking Hylira Gel, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Hylira Gel during pregnancy. It is unknown if Hylira Gel is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Hylira Gel, check with your doctor to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Hylira Gel:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Hylira Gel. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Hylira side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org ), or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Hylira Gel:
Store Hylira Gel at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Hylira Gel out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Hylira Gel, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Hylira Gel is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Hylira Gel. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Hylira resources
- Hylira Side Effects (in more detail)
- Hylira Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Hylira Support Group
- 1 Review for Hylira - Add your own review/rating
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