Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Adult |
Dose: Oral Tablet – 1 to 2 tablets Frequency: three times daily Note: Obese individuals may need higher doses, based on body weight. |
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Age: Adult |
Dose: Oral Tablet – 800 mg Chondroitin Sulfate and 1000 mg Glucosamine Sulfate Frequency: per day Note: Typical dosage recommendation based on body weight. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Pediatric |
Dose: No approved dosage available Note: No approved pediatric dosage available |
Administration
- Take with food
- Take with plenty of water
Side Effect
- Chondroitin Sulfate Allergic reactions
- alopecia
- constipation
- diarrhea
- edema
- (eyelid/lower limb)
- epigastric pain
- extrasystoles
- nausea
- Glucosamine Sulfate Possible poor glycemic control in diabetics
- monitor blood glucose
- Increased intraocular pressure (see Cautions)
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Hyperinsulinemia
- Nausea
- Skin reactions
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Antidiabetic agents
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May increase insulin resistance & affect glucose tolerance; reduce effectiveness
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Warfarin
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Increase INR value & potentiate anticoagulant effect
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for gastrointestinal effects
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light.
Data Sources
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