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M MUSCULO-SKELETAL SYSTEM
M09 OTHER DRUGS FOR DISORDERS OF THE MUSCULO-SKELETAL SYSTEM
M09A OTHER DRUGS FOR DISORDERS OF THE MUSCULO-SKELETAL SYSTEM

This group comprises preparations used in disorders of the musculo-skeletal system, which cannot be classified in the preceding groups.


M09AX Other drugs for disorders of the musculo-skeletal system

Hyaluronic acid injection for intraarticular administration (e.g. 2.5 mg/ampoule) used in the treatment of arthritis is classified in this group. Hyaluronic acid injection used during surgical procedures on the eye (e.g. 4-20 mg/ampoule) is classified in S01K.
Mexiletine indicated for myotonic disorders is classified in C01BB.

The DDD for hyaluronic acid is based on intraarticular treatment of arthritis. The DDD is assigned according to daily dose even if the product is given as weekly injections.


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