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Gluserin Tablet

Manufactured byLAKSHYA PHARMA PVT LTD
ContainsDiacerein (50 mg) + Glucosamine (1500 mg)
Description
Gluserin Tablet is a medicine that contains Glucosamine and Diacerein. It is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis (a most common type of arthritis that occurs when flexible tissue (cartilage) at the ends of your bones wears down. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Gluserin Tablet works by preventing the breakdown of cartilage and thereby improving the symptoms of osteoarthritis. It helps your body by repairing cartilage and replenishing fluid around your joints (synovial fluid). It relieves pain and swelling due to osteoarthritis but does not cure it. Gluserin Tablet may cause some side effects like heartburn, nausea, stomach pain, urine discolouration, etc. Inform your doctor at the earliest if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Gluserin Tablet is to be taken with food for better absorption and to prevent stomach irritation. For the ease of remembering, take it at the same time every day. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on the severity of your condition. This medicine is slow-acting and is used alone or in combination as a long-term treatment option to treat joint pains. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Gluserin Tablet may not be suitable for all people. If you have diabetes or hyperlipidaemia, you should maintain caution during the entire treatment with Gluserin Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems and about all the medicines that you may be using before taking this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before beginning treatment with this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Gluserin Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Heartburn
  • Headache
  • Stomach discomfort and pain
  • Vomiting
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes
  • Urine discoloration
  • Increase in liver enzyme levels
  • Allergic skin reaction
  • Elevated Liver Enzymes

Uses of Gluserin Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Osteoarthritis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Gluserin Tablet to start showing its effect is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Gluserin Tablet remains active in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Gluserin Tablet has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Gluserin Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may delay the bone formation of your foetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Gluserin Tablet passes into breast milk. This medicine may affect the kidneys and bone growth of your infants. Hence, it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Gluserin Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you notice any allergic reactions such as skin rash, hives (small bumps on the skin), swelling (face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.

Kidney diseases

Gluserin Tablet is excreted through kidneys. An impaired kidney can lead to the accumulation of this medicine and cause serious side effects. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use if you have kidney problems.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Gluserin Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may delay the bone formation of your foetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Gluserin Tablet passes into breast milk. This medicine may affect the kidneys and bone growth of your infants. Hence, it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding.
General warnings

Diabetes mellitus

Gluserin Tablet may alter your blood sugar levels. Your doctor may advise you to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while using this medicine.

Hyperlipidaemia

Gluserin Tablet should be used with caution if you have hyperlipidaemia due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

Use in children

Gluserin Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Diarrhoea

Use of Gluserin Tablet may cause diarrhoea or loose stools in the first few days of treatment. Contact your doctor if the complication is not resolved within 3-4 days.

Antibiotics

Gluserin Tablet should not be taken with antibiotics as the risk of stomach irritation and persistent diarrhoea are significantly high.

Diagnostic tests

Your doctor may suggest tests for monitoring your liver, kidney function, and complete blood count in every six months during treatment with Gluserin Tablet.

Urine discoloration

Use of Gluserin Tablet may cause the intense yellow colour of the urine. This is mainly due to the excretion of end products and may not lead to any serious side effects.

Surgery

Do not take Gluserin Tablet if you are about to undergo surgery.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Gluserin Tablet, make sure that you remember to take your next dose on time. Do not take two doses at a time to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Gluserin Tablet, consult your doctor.
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

Amoxycillin

Laxatives

Antacids containing calcium/magnesium/aluminum

Dicumarol

Disease interactions

Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a digestive system condition characterized by stomach pain associated with altered defecation (constipation or severe diarrhoea). Gluserin Tablet should be used with caution if you have gastrointestinal problems like IBS as it may increase the risk of serious side effects.

Kidney diseases

Gluserin Tablet is excreted through kidneys. This medicine is not recommended for use if you have kidney problems as an impaired kidney can not eliminate this medicine which may lead to its accumulation and cause serious side effects.
Food interactions
A diet rich in fibres and phytates (the storage form of phosphates like peanuts and beans) may interfere with the absorption of Gluserin Tablet in your stomach. Hence, taking this medicine with a diet rich in fibres and phytates should be avoided.
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 Gluserin Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You can take this medicine with food. Exercise to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication. It may increase your blood sugar levels. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Do not take Gluserin Tablet if you are above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects like diarrhoea for a long time while taking this medicine. Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused or expired medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

To be taken immediately after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Gluserin Tablet contains Glucosamine and Diacerein. Diacerein works by blocking the actions of a certain specific protein that causes swelling, pain, and degradation of cartilage at bone joints. Glucosamine 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

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous analgesics, Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Analgesic combinations

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 26 Nov 2021

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