what is hyalgan used for
(HYE-a-loo-RON-ate). COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Hyalgan, Synvisc. USES: This medication is used to treat knee pain in patients with joint inflammation (osteoarthritis). It is usually used in patients who have not responded to other treatments such as acetaminophen, exercise, or physical therapy.lso, after the injection, you may experience increased pain and swelling in the knee at first. If the pain or swelling continues or worsens, talk to your doctor promptly. It is important to have this medication injected on schedule. It may take up to 3 injections before the full benefits of this medication occur.