Gluconol
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About Gluconol Products
Gluconol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Gluconol are Nausea1a, Heartburn, Upset stomach.
How Gluconol Products work
Glucosamine is a proteoglycan synthesis stimulator which relieves osteoarthritis symptoms. It helps in the formation of cartilage (the soft tissue that cushions the joints) and keep the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility.
Patient Concerns about Gluconol Products
Frequently asked questions about Gluconol Products
Frequently asked questions about Glucosamine
Q. Does Gluconol 500mg Tablet actually work in joint pain?
The evidence on the effectiveness of Gluconol 500mg Tablet in reducing pain is controversial. Some patients report that Gluconol 500mg Tablet has helped reduce arthritis pain, stiffness, and mild to moderate osteoarthritis pain. In fact, there is some evidence that Gluconol 500mg Tablet has beneficial effects on the cartilage by slowing down the cartilage breakdown in the joints.
Q. Can Gluconol 500mg Tablet cause liver damage?
In research studies, Gluconol 500mg Tablet has not been found to raise the liver enzymes or cause any damage. However, there are few recent reports of liver injury while using the products containing Gluconol 500mg Tablet. The chances of liver injury are more if the patient has been suffering from chronic liver disease.
Q. Is Gluconol 500mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
The effect of Gluconol 500mg Tablet on kidneys is not confirmatory. Gluconol 500mg Tablet is mostly metabolized and broken down by the liver. However, there are some reports of kidney damage caused due to Gluconol 500mg Tablet, but there is a lack of conclusive evidence. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with kidney damage and kidney function should be regularly monitored. Do consult your doctor before you start using this medication. Also, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
Q. What are the precautions I should follow while taking Gluconol 500mg Tablet?
Do consult your doctor before you start taking this medication and ensure to be cautious if you have diabetes or high blood glucose levels, high risk of heart disease or asthma. You should also be cautious if you are allergic to shellfish or are taking blood-thinning medicines like warfarin. Do tell your doctor if you have any of the above conditions before he prescribes you this medication.
Q. Is it safe to take Gluconol 500mg Tablet while taking blood-thinning medication?
No, it is not safe to take Gluconol 500mg Tablet while taking blood-thinning medications like warfarin or coumadin. The reason being, this medication interacts with the blood thinners and boosts the effect of the blood-thinning medication, thereby reducing the blood’s ability to form a clot in case of bleeding episodes. Therefore, patients taking any blood-thinning medicine should consult their doctor before starting this medication.
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