Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule is a combination of three medicines. It is prescribed to treat osteoarthritis. It reduces pain and swelling by reducing inflammation. It also reduces friction in the joints to provide comfort during physical movements.
Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It is best taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, heartburn, and urine discoloration. If you experienced any such side effects that does not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Osteofol GM Capsule
Benefits of Osteofol GM Capsule
In Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints of your hands, knees, hips and spine. Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule helps you manage the symptoms of especially knee and hip osteoarthritis and restore mobility. Apart from this, Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule might help in joint repair if taken at the start of symptoms. Mild symptoms of osteoarthritis can sometimes be managed by doing light exercises, losing weight and by wearing a suitable footwear.
Side effects of Osteofol GM 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 Osteofol GM
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Heartburn
- Urine discoloration
How to use Osteofol GM Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Osteofol GM Capsule works
Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule is a combination of three medicines: Diacerein, Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride and Methyl Sulfonyl Methane, which treats osteoarthritis. Diacerein and Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride are proteoglycan synthesis stimulators while Methyl Sulfonyl Methane (MSM) is a nutritional supplement. Together, they help in the building of cartilage (the soft tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. MSM additionally lowers inflammation (swelling) of the joints.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg 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
Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Osteofol GM Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Osteofol GM 50mg/750mg/250mg Capsule helps in relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis.
- It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
- Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Fidelix TS, Macedo CR, Maxwell LJ, et al. Diacerein for osteoarthritis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014;(2):CD005117. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- MedIndia. Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Methyl Sulfonyl Methane. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Saturn Formulations. Diacerein, Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride & Methyl Sulfonyl Methane [Product Information]. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from:
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