Glucosamine
About Glucosamine
Glucosamine belongs to a class of medications called nutritional supplements used to reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling in joints caused by osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering of cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness.
The Glucosamine contains Glucosamine, which stimulates the formation and repair of the cartilage (the hard connective tissue that protects and covers the ends of long bones at the joints). It lubricates the joints and improves flexibility and movement. Thereby, reduces pain and swelling in the joints.
Take Glucosamine as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or heartburn. Most of these side effects of Glucosamine do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to shellfish, Glucosamine, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glucosamine. Do not give Glucosamine to children without doctor’s advice. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Glucosamine as it may affect the way Glucosamine works. Drive only if you are alert after taking Glucosamine. You are recommended not to take more than the dose directed on the label as it may cause Glucosamine overdose.
Uses of Glucosamine
Medicinal Benefits
Glucosamine contains Glucosamine, a nutritional supplement used to reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling in joints caused by osteoarthritis. Glucosamine helps to stimulate the formation and repair of the cartilage (the hard connective tissue that protects and covers the ends of long bones at the joints). It lubricates the joints and improves flexibility and movement. Thereby, reduces pain and swelling in the joints.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Glucosamine
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Rashes
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
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 of 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.
FAQs
The Glucosamine contains Glucosamine, which stimulates the formation and repair of the cartilage (the hard connective tissue that protects and covers the ends of long bones at the joints). It lubricates the joints and improves flexibility and movement. Thereby, reduces pain and swelling in the joints.
You are not recommended to take Glucosamine with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase bleeding risk more efficiently. However, if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, blood in urine or stools, dizziness, vomiting, weakness, or headache, please consult a doctor immediately. However, please consult your doctor before taking Glucosamine with other medicines.
Glucosamine may interfere with a blood sugar test and give unusual results. Therefore, if you have diabetes, take Glucosamine only if advised by a doctor.
Glucosamine should be used with caution in asthma patients as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have asthma or a history of asthma before taking Glucosamine.
Glucosamine does not cure arthritis. Glucosamine is only used to relieve symptoms of arthritis such as joint pain, swelling and stiffness.
If you are about to undergo any surgery, you are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Glucosamine as you may be advised to stop taking Glucosamine for a short time.