Jointec Pro 750 mg+600 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (1 x 20: ৳ 400.00)
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Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Glucosamine sulfate chondroitin |
Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoarthritis of knee, hip, spine, hand, and other locations
- Beneficial in rheumatoid arthritis
- Useful for sport injuries
- Beneficial for migraine
- Beneficial for different skin problems (e.g., psoriasis)
- Useful for vascular complications (e. g., atherosclerosis)
- Beneficial for kidney stones
- Beneficial for inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., ulcerative colitis, leaky gut syndrome)
Pharmacology
- Glucosamine as a natural amino-sugar
- Fundamental building block for biosynthesis of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs)
- GAGs binds with protein and form proteoglycans, the essential building block of articular cartilage
- Chondroitin Sulfate as a glycosaminoglycan found in connective tissue
- Chondroitin protects healthy cartilage from premature decline
- Combination of Glucosamine with Chondroitin Sulfate shows synergistic effect
Dosage & Administration
- 250/200 mg tablet: 1 to 2 tablets, three times daily
- Adjustable dosage according to response and body weight
- Typical dosage recommendation based on body weight
- 750/600 mg tablet: 1 tablet two times daily or as directed by the physician
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions reported with specific medications
- Chondroitin may enhance the blood thinning effects of anticoagulants like Warfarin, Heparin
Contraindications
- No known contraindications for Glucosamine and Chondroitin
- Proven hypersensitivity to Glucosamine and Chondroitin is a contraindication
Side Effects
- Safety studies show no demonstrable side effects
- Rarely occurring side effects almost like placebo
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Women who are pregnant or could become pregnant should not supplement with Glucosamine Sulfate or Chondroitin Sulfate
- No sufficient studies during pregnancy or lactation
- Requires caution and medical advice during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Patients with Diabetes Mellitus are advised to monitor blood glucose levels regularly when taking Glucosamine
- No special studies were formed in patients with renal or hepatic insufficiency
- Administration to patients with severe hepatic or renal insufficiency should be under appropriate medical supervision
- Children should not be supplemented with Glucosamine and Chondroitin
Therapeutic Class
- Stimulation of Cartilage formation
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light