Generic name:chondroitin and glucosamine [ kon-DROI-tin-and-gloo-KOE-sa-meen ]
Brand names: Cidaflex, Cosamin DS, Glucoten, OptiFlex Complete, Osteo Bi-Flex,
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Drug class:Nutraceutical products
What is Osteo Bi-Flex?
Chondroitin is a naturally occurring substance formed of sugar chains. Chondroitin is believed to help the body maintain fluid and flexibility in the joints.
Glucosamine is sugar protein that helps your body build cartilage (the hard connective tissue located mainly on the bones near your joints). Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance found in bones, bone marrow, shellfish and fungus.
Osteo Bi-Flex is a combination product that has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating osteoarthritis pain.
Other uses not proven with research have included treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, cataracts, glaucoma, bladder problems, heart disease, high cholesterol, or TMJ (temporomandibular joint disease).
It is not certain whether Osteo Bi-Flex is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. This medicine should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
