synvisc and Orajel bleeding gum rinse Interactions

Interactions between synvisc(hylan G-F 20) and Orajel bleeding gum rinse (cetylpyridinium topical)

cetylpyridinium topical and hylan G-F 20 (Moderate Drug-Drug)

GENERALLY AVOID: Disinfectants containing quaternary ammonium salts should not be used for skin preparation before injections of viscoelastic solutions. Hyaluronic acid will precipitate in the presence of these salts.

MANAGEMENT: Povidone iodine (Betadine), other iodinated skin disinfectants, or alcohol skin preparations are safe for use and are recommended by the manufacturers.