Indications
Therapeutic Class
Pharmacology
Glucosamine is a natural substance produced in the human body and found in certain foods. Glucosamine stimulates the production of glycosaminoglycan & proteoglycan, two essential building blocks of cartilage. Glucosamine acts, as a supplement, as a joint lubricant and shock absorber necessary to maintain healthy cartilage and joint function.
Diacerein is an anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic drug, indicated specially for the treatment of arthritic conditions. It directly inhibits IL-1 synthesis and release in vitro and down modulates IL-1 induced activities and relieves Osteoarthritis.
Dosage & Administration
Adult & Children above 12 years: One tablet (Glucosamine Sulphate 750 mg and Diacerein 50 mg) twice daily for 4-12 weeks, taken with food.
Creatinine Clearance(CrCl) < 30 ml/min: The dose of Diacerein to be reduced.
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