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Glucosamine + Diacerein Pharmacology
Glucosamine + Diacerein
About Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AMechanism of Action of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/APharmacokinets of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AOnset of Action for Glucosamine + DiacereinN/ADuration of Action for Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AHalf Life of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/ASide Effects of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AContra-indications of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Glucosamine + DiacereinN/APregnancy Related InformationContra indicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContra indicatedChildren Related InformationNot recommendedIndications for Glucosamine + DiacereinOsteoarthritisInteractions for Glucosamine + DiacereinN/ATypical Dosage for Glucosamine + DiacereinN/ASchedule of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AStorage Requirements for Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AEffects of Overdose of Glucosamine + DiacereinN/AGlucosamine
About GlucosamineAmino sugar,Monosaccharide derivative, Anti-inflammatory,Antiarthritic.Mechanism of Action of GlucosamineIt stimulates cartilage cells to produce glucosaminoglycans and proteoglycans which are the building blocks of cartilage. This stops the progression of OA (osteoarthritis) and possibly reverses the process. It also has anti-inflammatory properties by its inhibition of proteolytic enzymes.Pharmacokinets of GlucosamineAbsorption- Well absorbed after oral administration
Distribution- Widely distributed into joint tissues
Excretion - Excreted through urine
Onset of Action for GlucosamineN/ADuration of Action for GlucosamineN/AHalf Life of GlucosamineN/ASide Effects of Glucosamine1. Epigastric pain
2. Tenderness
3. Heartburn
4. Diarrhoea
5. Nausea
6. Drowsiness
7. Headache
8. Insomnia
9. Vomiting
10. Constipation
11. Anorexia
12. Erythema
13. PruritisContra-indications of GlucosamineContraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the drugSpecial Precautions while taking Glucosamine1.Blood sugars carefully monitored because Glucosamine may increase insulin resistance
2.In normal and diabetic patients
Pregnancy Related InformationContraindicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContraindicatedChildren Related InformationContraindicatedIndications for Glucosamine1. Osteo arthritis.
2. Rheumatoid arthritis
Interactions for GlucosamineN/ATypical Dosage for GlucosamineOral-
Adult:1200mg /day
Schedule of GlucosamineN/AStorage Requirements for GlucosamineStore in cool (<30 degree C) and dark placeEffects of Missed Dosage of GlucosamineTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of GlucosamineGive symptomatic and supportive treatmentDiacerein
About DiacereinInterleukin-1 inhibitor, anthraquinones derivative, disease modifying anti-rheumatoid drug -NSAID, Anti osteoarthritic and cartilage-stimulating properties.Mechanism of Action of DiacereinDiacerein is an antirheumatic drug. It produces its action by inhibiting Interleukin-1. It is a disease modifying anti-rheumatoid drug used in the treatment of Osteoarthritis and chronic inflammatory arthritis.
Diacerein is a slow-acting, symptom-modifying and disease-structure modifying drug for osteoarthritis. In arthritis the cartilage that protects the ends of the bones breaks down and causes pain and swelling. Diacerein may slow down the breakdown of cartilage and relieve pain and swelling.
Pharmacokinets of DiacereinAbsorption: It is orally absorbed. Distribution: It is distributed mainly in protein bound form. Metabolism: It undergoes metabolism in the liver. Excretion: It is excreted mainly through urine.Onset of Action for DiacereinN/ADuration of Action for DiacereinN/AHalf Life of Diacerein4 - 5 hoursSide Effects of Diacerein1.Diarrhoea
2.Heartburn
3.Soft stools
4.Stomach pain
5.Frequent bowel movements
Contra-indications of DiacereinHypersensitivity to DiacereinSpecial Precautions while taking Diacerein1.Hepatic impairment
2.Renal impairment
Pregnancy Related InformationContraindicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContraindicatedChildren Related InformationNot recommendedIndications for DiacereinOsteoarthritisInteractions for DiacereinN/ATypical Dosage for DiacereinAdult: 100 mg / day in two divided doses. Schedule of DiacereinN/AStorage Requirements for DiacereinStored in cool airtight container. Keep out of the reach of children.Effects of Missed Dosage of DiacereinTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of DiacereinGive supportive measures and symptomatic treatmentHome Delivery for Glucosamine + Diacerein in Your City
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