Glucosamine Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Glucosamine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Glucosamine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Glucosamine Pronunciation : Glu-cose-aminBrand Names or Trade Names of Glucosamine
India :
Orthofree |
Re Cart Cap |
Cartilamine |
Take Off-DGM (50mg/750mg/250mg) (50mg/750mg/250mg) |
Dietmann |
GSM |
Orthomick GSD |
Vitarix (500mg) |
Jocart |
Cartisark
International :
Optiflex-G
Why is Glucosamine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a nutritional supplement, used in the treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It stimulates the production of cartilage, which leads to joint repair.When should Glucosamine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Glucosamine?
PO- The recommended dose is 500 mg 3-4 times/day.How should Glucosamine be taken?
It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with food.What are the warnings and precautions for Glucosamine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetics, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
