Dcr Capsule is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It lowers pain and swelling and helps the stiff joints to heal quickly. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines.

Dcr Capsule is to be taken with food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day. It may take few weeks for the medicine to work. Along with taking the medicine, exercise regularly to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor.

It may cause few common side effects such as diarrhea or discoloration of urine. Regular monitoring of blood sugar level, especially in diabetic patient, is important as it may increase your blood sugar level.

Uses of Dcr Capsule

Osteoarthritis

Side effects of Dcr Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dcr

Diarrhea
Urine discoloration

How to use Dcr Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dcr Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Dcr Capsule works

Dcr Capsule is a proteoglycan synthesis stimulator. It works by building cartilage (soft connective tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. It also lowers pain and inflammation (swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dcr Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dcr Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dcr Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Dcr Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dcr Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dcr Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Dcr Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dcr Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Dcr Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Dcr Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Dcr Capsule

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Quick tips

Dcr Capsule helps relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
Exercise to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication.
It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
It may increase your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your levels regularly.
Do not take Dcr Capsule if you are suffering from diarrhea or are above 60 years of age.
Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Anthracenecarboxylic Acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Proteoglycan Synthesis Stimulator

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