Rufix Forte Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-inflammatory agents used to treat and relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage

Rufix Forte Tablet is a combination of three drugs: Glucosamine (anti-inflammatory & anti-rheumatoid agents), methyl sulfonyl methane (nutritional supplement) and diacerein (anti-inflammatory). Rufix Forte Tablet works by helping in the build-up of cartilage. Cartilage is the connective tissue located on the bones near the joints. This build-up of cartilage helps in joint repair.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, wind, indigestion, abdominal pain, and 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 doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Rufix Forte Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Rufix Forte Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Rufix Forte Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.

Rufix Forte Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-inflammatory agents. It is a combination of three drugs: Glucosamine (anti-inflammatory & anti-rheumatoid agents), methyl sulfonyl methane (nutritional supplement), and diacerein (anti-inflammatory). Rufix Forte Tablet is used to treat and relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis. Rufix Forte Tablet works by helping in the build-up of cartilage, a connective tissue located on the bones near the joints. This build-up of cartilage helps in joint repair.

• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Wind
• Indigestion
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation

Do not take Rufix Forte Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had heart problems, high cholesterol, diabetes, asthma, intestinal perforations, inflammatory bowel disease, liver and kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Rufix Forte Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Rufix Forte Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Rufix Forte Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Rufix Forte Tablet may interact with anticoagulants (anisindione, warfarin, dicumarol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, high cholesterol, diabetes, asthma, intestinal perforations, liver and kidney problems, and inflammatory bowel disease.

• ANISINDIONE
• WARFARIN
• DICUMAROL

• Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.

• Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.

• Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.

• Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.

• 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.

Osteoarthritis: It is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, inflammation, stiffness, and tenderness. The main reason for osteoarthritis is age, the older you are, the more likely you could get osteoarthritis, thus known as degenerative disease, meaning that the joints wear out as a person ages. Other reasons include a past injury such as torn cartilage, dislocated joints and ligament injuries.