Nex Ha Hyaluronate Sodium
General Drug Information and Indications
Sodium hyaluronate injectable for intra-articular treatment of equine joint disease.
Sodium hyaluronate injectable (high-molecular-weight HA for equine joints). Mechanism: viscosupplementation — restores synovial fluid viscoelastic properties; stimulates endogenous HA synthesis by synoviocytes; anti-inflammatory via CD44 receptor-mediated signaling; scavenges reactive oxygen species. Intra-articular injection.
Key information
Sodium hyaluronate IA injection. Refrigerate. Aseptic technique. Single-use. Equine joint injection.
How to Give this Medication
Oral chewable tablet: Administer orally. May be given with food to improve compliance and reduce GI upset. Administer with food to reduce GI adverse effects. or treat. Administer monthly. Use correct weight-band product. Store at room temperature; protect from light.
If a dose is missed
This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.
Side Effects
GI: vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, hypersalivation, lethargy (most common). CNS: tremors, ataxia, seizures (rare — post-marketing; use caution in dogs with seizure history). Isoxazoline class adverse effects.
Precautions
For animals
Use with caution in dogs with known seizure history (isoxazoline class). Not for puppies <8 weeks or <4 lbs. Not approved for use in food-producing animals.
For people handling this medication
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Isoxazoline chewable — Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. after handling. Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose
Contact your veterinarian. HA joint product — overdose managed by veterinary staff.
Nex Ha Hyaluronate Sodium dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEX HA HYALURONATE SODIUM 10MG/ML INJ | 10 MG/ML | Injectable | 1 | Commercial |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual – Joint Disorders in Horses; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)