HAKEM INJECTION is indicated in the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis of the knee in patients who have failed to respond adequately to non-pharmacologic therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or simple analgesics (pain killers).

HAKEM INJECTION contains 'Hyaluronic acid' that works by reducing friction between the joints. Thereby providing relief from pain.

In some cases, HAKEM INJECTION may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

HAKEM INJECTION is not recommended for people below 21 years. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy of HAKEM INJECTION have not been established for use in joints other than the knee. Inform your doctor if you have a joint infection or skin disease in the affected area.

HAKEM INJECTION is indicated in the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis of the knee in patients who have failed to respond adequately to non-pharmacologic therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or analgesics (pain killers). HAKEM INJECTION works by reducing friction between the joints. Thereby providing relief from pain.

• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain

Do not take HAKEM INJECTION if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have knee joint infections or skin disease in the area of the injection site. Inform your doctor if you have chondrocalcinosis (accumulation of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals in and around the joints), blood clots, bleeding problems, blood circulation problems, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. HAKEM INJECTION is not recommended for people below 21 years.

Drug-Drug Interaction: HAKEM INJECTION may interact with disinfectants (cetylpyridinium, benzalkonium chloride).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have skin infections, joint infections, bleeding problems, or blood clot problems.

• BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
• CETYLPYRIDINIUM

• Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
• Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
• De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
• Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
• Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
• Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Osteoarthritis: It is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, stiffness, inflammation and tenderness. The main reason for osteoarthritis is age, the older you are, the more likely you could get osteoarthritis, thus known as degenerative disease, meaning that the joints wear out as a person ages. Other reasons include a past injury such as torn cartilage, dislocated joints and ligament injuries.