Hyloronic Acid Side Effects

Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide composed of interchanging molecules of D-glucuronic acid and the N-acetyl glucosamine, and can be found within collagen in every part of the body. Restylane injections (hyaluronic acid), used to smooth wrinkles and folds, was approved on March 25, 2005.

Facts

• Hyaluronic acid is one of the most important space filling substances in the human body; by holding water it keeps collagen hydrated and youthful.

Function

• Hyaluronic acid forms a viscous fluid with lubricating properties necessary for many vital parts of the body including the heart valves, skin, aqueous/vitreous humor of the eye and joint lubricant.

Osteoarthritis

• Hyaluronan preparations have shown mobility improvements and a decrease in pain in patients who suffer from knee osteoarthritis.

Side Effects

• Hyaluronic acid side effects include bruising, swelling, redness, pain, itching and tenderness.

Warning

• Hyaluronic acid gel, injections or oral (by mouth), should not be used in patients who suffer from severe allergies.