"Sinocrome": reviews, instructions, price

Unfortunately, problems with joints are by no means a rarity, especially when it comes to elderly patients. And in some cases, to improve the mobility of the joints, doctors prescribe the drug "Sinocrom". The testimonies indicate that the medicine is really effective and in some cases even helps delay surgery. So what's in the medicine? How to use it correctly? Are there analogues? The answers to these questions are of interest to many patients.

Description of the form of release and composition

The drug "Sinocrom" - injections, which are available in the form of a ready-made solution, for greater convenience already placed in a sterile syringe. In the pharmacy you can buy syringes with a volume of 1, 2 and 4 ml.

The main active substance of the drug is hyaluronic acid in the form of sodium salt. Naturally, some auxiliary substances are present in the solution, in particular, purified water for injection, sodium chloride, citric acid and sodium monohydrogenphosphate.

What are the properties of the medicine?

How does Sinocrom work on the body? The doctors' testimonies indicate that the solution is most often used as a chondroprotector and an implant inserted into the synovial space of the affected joint. The main active substance is sodium hyaluronate - a viscoelastic large-molecular polysaccharide. Thanks to the presence of this component, the preparation, after filling the joint cavity, covers and lubricates the damaged part of the cartilage, ensures maximum cushioning, protects from thinning and erasing.

In addition, the medicine completely or partially returns the joint function of the motor and relieves the pain syndrome. As a rule, after the therapy, the need for painkillers and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs disappears.

Basic indications for use

In what cases is it expedient to use the preparation "Sinocrom"? The injections are carried out with the following indications:

• Lesions of joints that are not accompanied by an inflammatory process.
• Diseases of the joints associated with dystrophy and the gradual destruction of cartilaginous tissue.
• Defeat the joints, which are caused by all kinds of injuries.
• Restriction of mobility of joints.
• Therapy of large and small joints in the process of preparation for surgical intervention.

Preparation "Sinocrom": instructions and recommended doses

Only a doctor after a thorough examination and complete diagnosis can prescribe a similar medicine. It is strictly forbidden to use the drug "Sinocrom" arbitrarily. The instructions for use warn you about this.

The solution is injected directly into the joint cavity - the needle must enter the lumen between the ends of the bones. The procedure can only be carried out by a certified doctor with appropriate skills. It is advisable to do injections in the therapeutic department or the manipulation room, observing all hygiene norms in order to prevent entry of pathogenic microorganisms into the joint cavity. In the event that after the procedure the patient has pain, the joint should be cooled. If the pain is too strong, and their intensity increases, the doctor must remove the solution from the joint cavity.

Depending on the form and stage of the disease, as well as the size of the joint during the procedure, 1 or 2 ml of the solution is administered. Injections are repeated once a week. The minimum course of treatment is 3 weeks, the maximum - 5. As the testimonies show, the effect of the drug appears relatively quickly and lasts for several months (sometimes even six months).

Are there any contraindications to admission?

The question of contraindications is very important. Like any other medicine, Sinocrom's solution has some limitations, with a list of which it is necessary to read before the injection course:

• The drug is not intended for treatment of patients under the age of eighteen;
• Contraindications include hypersensitivity to any of the constituents;
• Injections are not carried out by women during gestation and breastfeeding of the child;
• Open wounds, scratches and skin inflammation around the joint are also contraindications;
• Injections can not be performed in the presence of an infectious or inflammatory disease of the affected joint.

Possible complications with therapy

Is the occurrence of complications possible on the background of therapy? Is Sinocrom safe? The doctors' testimonies indicate that the side effects of injections are extremely rare. After all, this is a biological preparation that is obtained by means of biofermentation processes. In addition, the drug acts solely on the joint and does not have a general effect on the body.

Nevertheless, some local adverse reactions are possible. In particular, after a nyxis, redness around the joint is sometimes observed, as well as puffiness and the appearance of pain syndrome. In most cases, these symptoms go away on their own, after a few minutes (less often - hours) after the procedure. But if the pain continues to increase, be sure to notify the attending physician.

Also, some allergic reactions are possible, including skin rash, itching and hives. Only with too strong sensitivity of the patient's body does anaphylactic shock develop. That is why it is important to inject in the treatment room, where there is a resuscitation suite nearby.

Prices and analogues of the preparation

For many people, the important issue is the cost of a drug. So how much will the drug "Synokrom" cost? The price depends on the amount of medicine you buy. For example, a mini-syringe containing 1 ml of a 1% solution will cost about 2700-3000 rubles. A syringe with the same concentration, but with a volume of 2 ml, costs about 3,700 rubles. The cost of 2 ml of a 2% solution varies from 5,600 to 6,000 rubles. A large volume (2%, 4 ml) will cost approximately 16,000 rubles.

For one reason or another, not all patients are eligible for Sinocrom. Analogues of the medicine exist. The modern pharmaceutical market offers such substitutes as "Hyalux", "Suplazin", "Adant", "Fermatron" and "Ostenil". Their active component is the same hyaluronic acid. But the independent use of these drugs is strictly prohibited - only the attending physician can choose an analogue.

Sinocrom Medication: reviews of doctors and patients

Naturally, many people are primarily interested in the opinions of patients and specialists about this or that remedy. What do they say about Sinocrom? The responses of doctors are mostly positive. The medicine really copes with the main tasks. Injections help relieve pain, temporarily return mobility, while rarely causing any complications.

What do the patients themselves say about Sinocrom injections? The testimonies indicate that the improvement of the condition comes very quickly, practically after the first injection. There is also a group of patients who did not help the drug. But it is worthwhile to understand that the effect largely depends on the individual structure of the patient's synovial fluid , as well as on the structure of hyaluronic acid in the drug itself. Therefore, for some people, analogues of this drug are more effective.

On the other hand, the Sinocrom solution is only a temporary measure, since it is not able to restore the cartilaginous surfaces of the joint. In no case can he substitute full-fledged therapy or surgery.