Glucosamine Hydrochloride

Glucoseamine hydrochloride is the synthetic form of glucosamine obtained from chitin,mucoproteins and mucopolysaccharides.It is involved in making glucosaminoglycan which forms cartilages in body.


Adult Dose
Dose: 1500 to 2000 mg
Single Dose: 1800 (1750)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. The Molecular Weight of Glucosamine Hydrochloride is 215.70.
Contraindications
Glucosamine Hydrochloride is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Glucosamine Hydrochloride are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Drowsiness, Diarrhea, Constipation, Insomnia, Rashes, Nausea and vomiting, Heart burn, Epigastric pain, Tenderness.
Indications
Glucosamine Hydrochloride is primarily indicated in conditions like Osteoarthritis.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Glucosamine Hydrochloride was found.
Interfrence
Monitoring of blood and urine glucose
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Store in a well closed container. Protect from Sunlight.
Warnings
Because of the potential for side effects and interactions with medications, dietary supplements should be taken only under the supervision of a knowledgeable health care provider. The majority of studies indicate that glucosamine is safe, nontoxic, and causes only minor side effects such as stomach upset, heartburn, indigestion, gas, bloating, and diarrhea. If these symptoms occur, glucosamine should be taken with food. People with peptic ulcers should take glucosamine sulfate with food. Glucosamine is not recommended during pregnancy or breast-feeding due to lack of scientific evidence in these people.
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