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Glucosamine + Chondroitin Sulphate Pharmacology
Glucosamine + Chondroitin Sulphate
About Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AMechanism of Action of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/APharmacokinets of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AOnset of Action for Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/ADuration of Action for Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AHalf Life of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/ASide Effects of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AContra-indications of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AInteractions for Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/ATypical Dosage for Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/ASchedule of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AStorage Requirements for Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AEffects of Overdose of Glucosamine + Chondroitin SulphateN/AGlucosamine
About GlucosamineAmino sugar,Monosaccharide derivative, Anti-inflammatory,Antiarthritic.Mechanism of Action of GlucosamineIt stimulates cartilage cells to produce glucosaminoglycans and proteoglycans which are the building blocks of cartilage. This stops the progression of OA (osteoarthritis) and possibly reverses the process. It also has anti-inflammatory properties by its inhibition of proteolytic enzymes.Pharmacokinets of GlucosamineAbsorption- Well absorbed after oral administration
Distribution- Widely distributed into joint tissues
Excretion - Excreted through urine
Onset of Action for GlucosamineN/ADuration of Action for GlucosamineN/AHalf Life of GlucosamineN/ASide Effects of Glucosamine1. Epigastric pain
2. Tenderness
3. Heartburn
4. Diarrhoea
5. Nausea
6. Drowsiness
7. Headache
8. Insomnia
9. Vomiting
10. Constipation
11. Anorexia
12. Erythema
13. PruritisContra-indications of GlucosamineContraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the drugSpecial Precautions while taking Glucosamine1.Blood sugars carefully monitored because Glucosamine may increase insulin resistance
2.In normal and diabetic patients
Pregnancy Related InformationContraindicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContraindicatedChildren Related InformationContraindicatedIndications for Glucosamine1. Osteo arthritis.
2. Rheumatoid arthritis
Interactions for GlucosamineN/ATypical Dosage for GlucosamineOral-
Adult:1200mg /day
Schedule of GlucosamineN/AStorage Requirements for GlucosamineStore in cool (<30 degree C) and dark placeEffects of Missed Dosage of GlucosamineTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of GlucosamineGive symptomatic and supportive treatmentChondroitin Sulphate
About Chondroitin SulphateA sulfated glycosaminoglycan (mucopolysaccharides, Dietary supplement , anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory.Mechanism of Action of Chondroitin SulphateChondroitin sulfate is part of a large protein molecule (proteoglycan) that gives cartilage elasticity.
It stimulates cartilage cells to produce glucosaminoglycans and proteoglycans which are the building blocks of cartilage. This stops the progression of OA (osteoarthritis) and possibly reverses the process. It also has anti-inflammatory properties by its inhibition of proteolytic enzymes.Pharmacokinets of Chondroitin SulphateAbsorption- Well absorbed after oral administration
Distribution- Widely distributed into joint tissues
Excretion - Excreted through urine
Onset of Action for Chondroitin SulphateN/ADuration of Action for Chondroitin SulphateN/AHalf Life of Chondroitin SulphateN/ASide Effects of Chondroitin Sulphate1. Epigastric pain
2. Tenderness
3. Heartburn
4. Diarrhoea
5. Nausea
6. Drowsiness
7. Headache
8. Insomnia
9. Vomiting
10. Constipation
11. Anorexia
12. Erythema
13. PruritisContra-indications of Chondroitin SulphateContraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the drugSpecial Precautions while taking Chondroitin Sulphate1.Blood sugars carefully monitored because Glucosamine may increase insulin resistance
2.In normal and diabetic patientsPregnancy Related InformationContraindicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContraindicatedChildren Related InformationContraindicatedIndications for Chondroitin SulphateN/AInteractions for Chondroitin SulphateN/ATypical Dosage for Chondroitin SulphateN/ASchedule of Chondroitin SulphateN/AStorage Requirements for Chondroitin SulphateStore in cool (<30 degree C) and dark placeEffects of Missed Dosage of Chondroitin SulphateTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of Chondroitin SulphateGive supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.Home Delivery for Glucosamine + Chondroitin Sulphate in Your City
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