Supplementary treatment of the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
Composition:
1 capsule contains 500 mg of Chondroitin sulphate in the form of the sodium salt.
Action:
Chondroitin acid sulphate is one of the basic components of bone and cartilage construction. Gives the cartilage mechanical and elastic properties. The mechanism of action of chondroitin sulphate consists in inhibiting the activity of lytic enzymes within cartilage and stimulation of proteoglycan biosynthesis. It is quickly absorbed from the digestive tract. Following oral administration of the single-dose formulation, the maximum plasma concentrations of galactosaminoglycans occur 30 min after administration.
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to chondroitin sulfate or to any of the excipients.
Precautions:
There is no scientific evidence of positive effects of chondroitin sulphate in children and adolescents aged 0-18 years - it should be used only in adults.
Pregnancy and lactation:
No data available or only limited data exists (less than 300 pregnant women) regarding the use of chondroitin sulphate in pregnant women. As a precautionary measure, it is recommended to avoid the use during pregnancy. It is not known whether chondroitin sulfate / metabolites are excreted in human milk. A danger for newborns / children can not be excluded. The preparation should not be used during breastfeeding.
Side effects:
Common: dizziness, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea. Uncommon: urticaria, rash, pruritus, swelling of the face. Rare: vomiting, angioneurotic edema, erythema.
Dosage:
Orally. Adults: 1 capsule 2 times a day. The capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
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