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Cartigen Capsule 30's

Cartigen Capsule 30's

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Pharmed Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Cartigen Capsule

Cartigen Capsule is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the joints are affected. It occurs as a result of the disintegration and breakdown of the cushioning tissue and cartilage surrounding the joints. Pain, redness and swelling in the joints of the hands, knees, hips and lower limbs are common symptoms.

Cartigen Capsule contains Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride, a chondroprotective agent that alleviates the pain and swelling occurring in joints and muscles by stimulating the production of proteoglycans, a necessary component required to synthesize bone-shielding cartilage. Thereby, Cartigen Capsule cushions bones and joints and provides pain relief.

Take Cartigen Capsule as advised. In some cases, Cartigen Capsule may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your physician if these side effects persist or worsen.

Avoid using Cartigen Capsule if allergic to it. Cartigen Capsule is not recommended for use in case of shellfish allergy. Take Cartigen Capsule with caution if you have/had kidney disease, diabetes, asthma or hypertension. Consult your physician if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding. Cartigen Capsule is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Uses of Cartigen Capsule

Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Medicinal Benefits

Cartigen Capsule is used to treat mild to moderate osteoarthritis. Cartigen Capsule contains Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride, a chondroprotective (chondros meaning cartilage) agent. Cartigen Capsule thus works by contributing to the production of bone-protecting cartilage. It stimulates the synthesis of proteoglycan- a very essential material for cartilage production. In addition, Cartigen Capsule exerts anti-inflammatory action and slows down cartilage destruction. Thus, Cartigen Capsule is responsible for relieving the joints of swelling. By producing cartilage, Cartigen Capsule cushions bones and joints and provides pain relief.

Directions for Use

Take Cartigen Capsule with or without food as advised by the physician. Swallow it whole with water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Cartigen Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

Avoid using Cartigen Capsule if allergic to it. Cartigen Capsule is not advisable for use in case of a known allergy to shellfish. Inform your physician if you have/had kidney disease, diabetes, glaucoma, asthma, high cholesterol, liver or heart problems, or if you are on any blood-thinners, chemotherapy or anti-diabetic medication. . Also inform if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor in case you have any surgery or procedure scheduled. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Cartigen Capsule may interact with chemotherapy (doxorubicin), anti-diabetic drugs (Acarbose, Metformin, Pioglitazone, Repaglinide, Rosiglitazone, Glimepiride, Tolbutamide, Troglitazone, Chlorpropamide) and blood-thinners (warfarin, acenocoumarol)

Drug-Food Interactions: Cartigen Capsule may interact with seaweed/alginic acid.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your physician if you have asthma, glaucoma, diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension or kidney disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DOXORUBICIN
  • METFORMIN
  • ACARBOSE
  • PIOGLITAZONE
  • REPAGLINIDE
  • ROSIGLITAZONE
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • TOLBUTAMIDE
  • CHLORPROPAMIDE
  • WARFARIN
  • ACENOCOUMAROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Load up on fatty fish, garlic, ginger, broccoli, nuts, berries and green leafy vegetables to promote bone growth and strength.

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.

  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.

  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.

  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It occurs due to the breakdown of the cartilage that cushions and protects the bones. The disease progresses gradually and tends to worsen if not treated. Symptoms include joint pain in the hips, lower back, knees and hands. It is commonly seen in post-menopausal women.

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Alcohol

Caution

Not enough data is available about the effect of alcohol on Cartigen Capsule . Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Not enough information is available on whether Cartigen Capsule is safe to use during pregnancy. Cartigen Capsule is not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Not enough information is available on whether Cartigen Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Safe

Cartigen Capsule does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Cartigen Capsule should be used with caution in those with liver disease. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Cartigen Capsule should be used with caution in those with kidney disease. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Children

Caution

The safety and effectiveness of Cartigen Capsule in children has not been established.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

PHARMED LIMITED,Pharmed Gardens, Whitefield Road, Bangalore-560048, India.
Other Info - CAR0078

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FAQs

Cartigen Capsule belongs to the group of proteoglycan synthesis stimulators primarily used in the treatment of osteoarthritis.
Cartigen Capsule works by enhancing the production of bone-protecting cartilage and relieving inflammation and pain.
Not enough data exists to explain the effect of Cartigen Capsule on fertility. Consult your doctor before use.
In case you miss a dose of Cartigen Capsule , take it as soon as possible. However, if it is too close to the next dose, revert to the original schedule.
Cartigen Capsule may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and constipation. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
The evidence on the effectiveness of Cartigen Capsule in reducing pain is conflicting. According to some patients, Cartigen Capsule helps to reduce arthritis stiffness, pain, and mild to moderate osteoarthritis pain. Indeed, there is some evidence that Cartigen Capsule slows down the cartilage breakdown in the joints and thus has beneficial effects on the cartilage.
In research studies, Cartigen Capsule has not been found to increase the liver enzymes or cause any damage. However, there are few recent reports of liver injury while using the products containing Cartigen Capsule . The risk of liver injury is more in patient with chronic liver disease.
The effect of Cartigen Capsule on kidneys is not confirmed. The liver metabolizes and breaks down Cartigen Capsule mostly. However, there are some reports of kidney damage caused by Cartigen Capsule , although there is no conclusive evidence. Therefore, patients with kidney damage should use Cartigen Capsule with caution and kidney function should be monitored regularly. Consult your doctor before taking Cartigen Capsule . Also, let your doctor know if you have any kidney disease.
Before you start taking Cartigen Capsule , consult your doctor and be cautious if you have high blood glucose levels, diabetes, asthma or high risk of heart disease. Additionally, if you are allergic to shellfish or are taking blood-thinners such as warfarin, you should be careful. If you have any of the above conditions, inform your doctor before taking Cartigen Capsule .
No, it is not safe to take Cartigen Capsule while taking blood-thinners such as warfarin or Coumadin as it increases the effect of the blood-thinners, thereby reducing the ability of blood to form a clot in case of bleeding episodes. Therefore, if you are taking any blood-thinners or other medicines, consult your doctor before taking Cartigen Capsule to avoid drug interactions.
No, Cartigen Capsule is not a steroid.
Cartigen Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Take it exactly as advised and do not miss any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and if any of the side effects bother you, inform your doctor.
Yes, Cartigen Capsule improves conditions associated with joints.
Cartigen Capsule should be taken as recommended by the doctor.
Cartigen Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Therefore, if you have any liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Cartigen Capsule .
You are recommended to use Cartigen Capsule for as long as your doctor has advised it. The duration depends on several factors such as patient’s health, severity of the disease, and other external factors. If you experience any difficulty while using Cartigen Capsule , please consult your doctor.

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