Glucosamine
Description
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring chemical found in the body. It helps our body to rebuild cartilage and replenish fluid around the joints (synovial fluid). It also helps prevent the breakdown of cartilage. This results in an improvement of the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Glucosamine
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Heartburn
- Headache
Uses of Glucosamine
What is it prescribed for?
- Osteoarthritis
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this supplement to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this supplement remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
Allergy
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to shellfish, glucosamine, or any other ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
General warnings
Diabetes mellitus
Glucosamine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of alteration of blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments should be considered under your doctor's supervision.
Hyperlipidemia
Glucosamine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hyperlipidemia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver enzymes and cholesterol levels is recommended during treatment with this supplement. Appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
Glucosamine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Drowsiness
Glucosamine may cause drowsiness in rare cases. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience drowsiness during treatment with this supplement.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose 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 one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Symptoms of an overdose may include a headache, dizziness, diarrhea, vomiting, etc.
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
Warfarin
Dicumarol
Anisindione
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Glucosamine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this supplement without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works as a precursor for the production of certain chemicals which are responsible for building tendons, ligaments, thick fluid around the joints, and cartilage.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Nutraceutical products
Schedule
N/A
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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Sep 2017
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