Glucosam

East West Pharma

Composition for Glucosam Products

Glucosam Products are primarily used for

About Glucosam Products

Uses of Glucosam Products

Glucosamine is used in osteoarthritis.

Glucosam Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Glucosam are Nausea1a, Heartburn, Upset stomach.

How Glucosam 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 Glucosam Products

Frequently asked questions about Glucosam Products

Frequently asked questions about Glucosamine

Q. Does Glucosam 250mg Tablet actually work in joint pain?
The evidence on the effectiveness of Glucosam 250mg Tablet in reducing pain is controversial. Some patients report that Glucosam 250mg Tablet has helped reduce arthritis pain, stiffness, and mild to moderate osteoarthritis pain. In fact, there is some evidence that Glucosam 250mg Tablet has beneficial effects on the cartilage by slowing down the cartilage breakdown in the joints.
Q. Can Glucosam 250mg Tablet cause liver damage?
In research studies, Glucosam 250mg 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 Glucosam 250mg Tablet. The chances of liver injury are more if the patient has been suffering from chronic liver disease.
Q. Is Glucosam 250mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
The effect of Glucosam 250mg Tablet on kidneys is not confirmatory. Glucosam 250mg Tablet is mostly metabolized and broken down by the liver. However, there are some reports of kidney damage caused due to Glucosam 250mg 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 Glucosam 250mg 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 Glucosam 250mg Tablet while taking blood-thinning medication?
No, it is not safe to take Glucosam 250mg 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.

Products for Glucosam

Glucosam 250mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
East West Pharma
MRP
27.5
Not Available
Glucosam 500mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
East West Pharma
MRP
35
Not Available
Glucosam 750mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
East West Pharma
MRP
49.1
Not Available

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