Glucosamine and Chondroitin Flashcards
1
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Associated Names
A
Glucosamine hydrochloride and & Chondroitin 4-sulfate
2
Q
General / Major Therapeutic Claim
A
Joint pain
3
Q
Claimed Uses and Effectiveness
A
Possibly Effective: Osteoarthritis (chondroitin)
Insufficient Evidence to rate: osteoarthritis (glucosamine); knee pain (glucosamine)
4
Q
Safety
A
“Likely Safe” when used orally and appropriately
5
Q
Adverse Effects
A
Generally well tolerated, but possible GI distress
6
Q
Drug Interactions
A
Major (avoid or use with caution)
