Chondroitin, glucosamine, and methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)
Generic name: chondroitin, glucosamine, and methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) [ kon-DROI-tin, gloo-KOSE-a-meen, and-METH-il-sul-FON-il-METH-ane ]
Brand names: Glucosamine & Chondroitin with MSM, Glucosamine Chondroitin Advanced, Osteo Bi-Flex Advanced, Osteo Bi-Flex Plus MSM, Glucosamine and Chondroitin with MSM, Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM Complex, Duraflex
Dosage form: oral tablet (300 mg-375 mg-250 mg; 400 mg-500 mg-250 mg; 400 mg-750 mg-375 mg; with Ascorbic Acid and Minerals; with Hyaluronic Acid)
Drug class:Nutraceutical products
What is chondroitin, glucosamine, and methylsulfonylmethane?
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 a naturally occurring substance that is believed to help develop and renew cartilage (the hard connective tissue mainly located on bones near joints in the body), and keep it lubricated for better joint movement and flexibility.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally occurring form of sulfur that helps support muscles and tendons in the body.
Chondroitin, glucosamine, and MSM is a combination medicine that has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating osteoarthritis, muscle damage caused by exercise, and other inflammatory joint disorders.
It is not certain whether chondroitin, glucosamine, and MSM is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. This product should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Chondroitin, glucosamine, and MSM is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Chondroitin, glucosamine, and MSM may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this product if you are allergic to chondroitin, glucosamine, or methylsulfonylmethane.
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, herbalist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:
diabetes;
a bleeding or blood clotting disorder such as hemophilia;...
