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Viartrix 250 mg Capsule

Manufactured byElder Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsGlucosamine
Description
Viartrix 250 mg Capsule contains glucosamine that is a naturally occurring chemical found in your body. Viartrix 250 mg Capsule is a supplement used in the treatment of osteoarthritis (a condition that develops due to damage to the protective cartilage around the joints). Viartrix 250 mg Capsule helps your body to rebuild cartilage and replenish fluid around joints (synovial fluid). It mainly helps to prevent the breakdown of cartilage and thereby improves the symptoms of osteoarthritis. Viartrix 250 mg Capsule shows side effects like heartburn, nausea, stomach pain, etc. that are rare and self-limiting. Inform your doctor at the earliest if you experience any side effects in order to initiate a preventive treatment. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Viartrix 250 mg Capsule can be taken with food for better absorption and to prevent an upset stomach. For the ease of remembering, take it at around the same time every day. Viartrix 250 mg Capsule relieves pain and swelling due to osteoarthritis but does not cure it. Your doctor will prescribe the dose and duration of this medicine based on the severity of osteoarthritis. Viartrix 250 mg Capsule should be taken with caution if you have diabetes (increased blood sugar levels) or hyperlipidemia (increased levels of cholesterol and fat in the blood). Let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Viartrix 250 mg Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Heartburn
  • Headache

Uses of Viartrix 250 mg Capsule

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 amount of time required for Viartrix 250 mg Capsule to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Viartrix 250 mg Capsule remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • 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?
    Viartrix 250 mg Capsule has no habit forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    It is recommended to avoid Viartrix 250 mg Capsule during pregnancy as it is unknown whether it may cause harm to your foetus or not. Your physician may advise a safer alternative with the same effect based on your clinical condition.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is unknown whether Viartrix 250 mg Capsule passes into the breastmilk or not. It is better to discontinue breastfeeding while taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Allergy

It is advisable not to take Viartrix 250 mg Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is recommended to avoid Viartrix 250 mg Capsule during pregnancy as it is unknown whether it may cause harm to your foetus or not. Your physician may advise a safer alternative with the same effect based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

It is unknown whether Viartrix 250 mg Capsule passes into the breastmilk or not. It is better to discontinue breastfeeding while taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
General warnings

Hyperlipidemia

Viartrix 250 mg Capsule should be used with caution if there is a history of hyperlipidemia due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition. Close monitoring of liver enzymes and cholesterol levels is recommended during treatment with this supplement.

Diabetes mellitus

Viartrix 250 mg Capsule may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Your doctor may advise you to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while on treatment with this medicine.

Use in children

Viartrix 250 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in children and adolescents because the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

If you missed a Viartrix 250 mg Capsule dose, make sure that you remember to take your next dose on time. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.

Overdose

Do not overdose Viartrix 250 mg Capsule more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
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

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.
Do not take Viartrix 250 mg Capsule in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Regular exercise along with this treatment can help in strengthening of the joints. This medicine increases your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking this medication. Do not chew, open or crush the capsule in the mouth. Consume the capsule immediately after peeling it from the strip.
Miscelleneous

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

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Viartrix 250 mg Capsule works as a precursor for the production of certain chemicals that are responsible for building tendons, ligaments, thick fluid around the joints, and cartilage.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nutraceutical products

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Nov 2021

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