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Collagen Peptide-type II

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Description

Collagen Peptide-type II is a supplement that helps reduce pain and swelling in your joints. It helps in promoting the formation of soft connective tissue and reducing friction between your joints. This makes physical movements easier by reducing rigidity and stiffness. Collagen Peptide-type II rarely shows side effects. If you experience any side effects that persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance. Collagen Peptide-type II may be taken with or without food. For ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. You may have to take this medicine for a long time. Hence do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Collagen Peptide-type II is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Also, inform your doctor about any other health issues you have before taking this medicine. Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before starting the treatment with this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Collagen Peptide-type II

Nausea

Heartburn

Diarrhoea

Constipation

Headache

Allergic Skin Reaction

Loss of appetite

Bloating

Flushing or redness of skin

Uses of Collagen Peptide-type II

What is it prescribed for?

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a type of joint disorder that occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the end of your bones wears down over time. Collagen Peptide-type II is used to relieve symptoms such as pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis.

Sports injury recuperation (healing)

Collagen Peptide-type II is used in relieving pain associated with sports injuries. It helps speed up the process of healing and recovery.

Joint Conditions

Collagen Peptide-type II is used in relieving pain and swelling of the joints.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Collagen Peptide-type II is used to relieve pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis (a chronic condition that involves swelling and pain in the small joints).
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required for Collagen Peptide-type II to show its action is not known.

  • Duration of effect

    The amount of time for which Collagen Peptide-type II remains active in the body is not known.

  • Safe with alcohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Collagen Peptide-type II.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    Due to the lack of safety information, Collagen Peptide-type II should only be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    Due to the lack of safety information, Collagen Peptide-type II should only be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Collagen Peptide-type II is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety information, Collagen Peptide-type II should only be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of safety information, Collagen Peptide-type II should only be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.

General warnings

Kidney/liver problems

Collagen Peptide-type II should be used with caution if you have liver/kidney problems. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Joint effusion

Joint effusion is a condition involving an excessive amount of fluid in or around a joint, usually the knee. Collagen Peptide-type II should be used with caution if you have such a problem as it may worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Collagen Peptide-type II as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of this medicine. Consult your doctor in case of an overdose of Collagen Peptide-type II.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Collagen Peptide-type II as advised by the doctor. Follow all the instructions given in the patient leaflet. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose. Collagen Peptide-type II is prescribed for a long period. Therefore, do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if your condition is not improving even after taking the medicine for the prescribed duration. Collagen Peptide-type II should not be exposed to air or sunlight since it may get destroyed, thus reducing the effectiveness of the medicine. Storage instructions mentioned on the label should be followed strictly. Do not take Collagen Peptide-type II after the date of expiry. Keep it away from children and pets.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Collagen Peptide-type II helps in the healing and formation of cartilage (the soft tissue that cushions the joints) which aids joint repair and also lower pain and swelling in the joints.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nutraceutical products

Schedule

N/A

Frank, K., Patel, K., Lopez, G. and Willis, B., 2022. Type-II Collagen Research Analysis. [online] Examine.com. Available at: [Accessed 14 July 2022].

https://examine.com/supplements/type-ii-collagen/

Dmpharma.co.in. 2022. D M Pharma-Collagen Peptides Sachets|Third Party Medicines Manufacturing. [online] Available at: [Accessed 14 July 2022].

http://www.dmpharma.co.in/Collagenpeptides.html
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Information on this page was last updated on 6 Sep 2022

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