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Glucosamine Hydrochloride

Drug #2012

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.

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Primary Characteristics

Molecular Weight: 215.7 · Non-proprietary name: Glucosamine hydrochloride.

Molecular structure of Glucosamine Hydrochloride

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

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Indications

Glucosamine Hydrochloride is primarily indicated in conditions like Osteoarthritis.

Contraindications

Glucosamine Hydrochloride is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.

Dosage

Glucosamine Hydrochloride's dosage details are as follows:

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
1750 mg1750 mgEvery 24hPO
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Glucosamine Hydrochloride is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Constipation , Diarrhea, Drowsiness, Epigastric pain, Headache, Heart burn, Insomnia, Nausea and vomiting, Rashes , Tenderness .

Warnings / Precautions

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.

Interference in Pathology

Glucosamine Hydrochloride may interfere in the diagnosis of Monitoring of blood and urine glucose.

Available Brands

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Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Caps
500 mg
Tabs
500 mg

Storage Conditions

Glucosamine Hydrochloride should be stored .

Drug Classification

  1. 1.18.14 — Drugs affecting bone metabolism

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Glucosamine Hydrochloride in Pakistan:

PanaceaRogenWebrose