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Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methane Pharmacology
Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methane
About Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AMechanism of Action of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/APharmacokinets of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AOnset of Action for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ADuration of Action for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AHalf Life of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ASide Effects of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AContra-indications of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AInteractions for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ATypical Dosage for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ASchedule of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AStorage Requirements for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AEffects of Overdose of Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/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 treatmentMethyl sulfonyl methane
About Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AMechanism of Action of Methyl sulfonyl methaneMSM has been proven to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant mechanisms in an in vitro study6 in which human neutrophils were artificially stimulated to produce oxidative compounds, including hydrogen peroxide, superoxide, and hypochlorous acid. After cell lines were treated with either DMSO or DMSO2, these free radical by-products were decreased.Pharmacokinets of Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AOnset of Action for Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ADuration of Action for Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AHalf Life of Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ASide Effects of Methyl sulfonyl methane1.Nausea
2.Diarrhea
3.Bloating
4.Fatigue
5.Headache
6.Insomnia
7.Itching or worsening of allergy symptoms.
Contra-indications of Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/APregnancy Related InformationNot recommendedOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationNot recommendedChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Methyl sulfonyl methane1.To reduce pain and swelling of the joints caused by osteoarthritis.
2.Interstitial cystitis
Interactions for Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/ATypical Dosage for Methyl sulfonyl methaneOral: For osteoarthritis: 500 mg three times daily up to 3 grams twice daily.Schedule of Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AStorage Requirements for Methyl sulfonyl methaneN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Methyl sulfonyl methaneIf a dose is missed, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.Effects of Overdose of Methyl sulfonyl methaneIf over dosage is suspected,contact immediate medical attention.Home Delivery for Glucosamine + Methyl sulfonyl methane in Your City
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