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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:39 PM IST
Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms associated with osteoarthritis. It relieves pain, thereby improves joint functioning and helps an individual restore his/her quality of life. It also increases the cushioning and lubrication of joints providing relief from pain and helps to do physical activity easily. It may cause common side effects such as headache, tiredness, nausea, abdominal pain, indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation and wind.
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Cell Salve Pharmaceutical

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About Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms associated with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the tissues in the joint break down over time. Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's relieves pain, thereby improving joint functioning and helping an individual restore his/her quality of life. It also increases the cushioning and lubrication of joints providing relief from pain and easily do physical activity. 

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's contains Glucosamine, Diacerein and Methylsulfonylmethane. Glucosamine strengthens the cartilage and fluid surrounding joints. It also prevents them from breaking down. Diacerein restricts the action of a protein responsible for causing inflammation and destruction of cartilage. Methylsulfonylmethane reduces joint pain, lowers inflammation, improves skin health, reduces allergic symptoms, and increases recovery after exercise. Together, it make the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility and helps treat symptoms of osteoarthritis.

Take Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's as long as your doctor has prescribed it for your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, tiredness, nausea, abdominal pain, indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation and wind. 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 the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components. Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's is not recommended for children younger than 18 years old. Inform your doctor if you have ever had blood clots or circulation problems in your legs. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's

Treatment of osteoarthritis.

Medicinal Benefits

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's compromises three medicines, namely Glucosamine, Diacerein, and Methylsulfonylmethane. Glucosamine strengthens the cartilage and fluid surrounding joints. It also prevents them from breaking down. Diacerein treats swelling and pain in the joints. Methylsulfonylmethane helps reduce inflammation, lowers pain and speeds recovery after exercise. It also reduces joint degeneration. Together, it relieves pain or swelling due to osteoarthritis.

Directions for Use

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Indigestion
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Discoloration of urine

Drug Warnings

People with joint infection or skin disease in the affected area should consult a doctor before taking Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's. People dealing with impaired glucose tolerance, kidney or liver dysfunction, heart (cardiovascular) disease and who have asthma should take Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's with caution. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided during the treatment with Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's as it may lead to an increased risk of liver damage. Patients with blood clots or circulation problems in their legs should not take Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's. Although Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's provides symptomatic relief in conditions like arthritis and may reduce the inflammation caused by these conditions, to achieve the best results, it is strongly recommended to remain physically active as much as your condition allows. Adopting a healthy lifestyle coupled with a healthy diet containing high proteins is the mainstay of managing arthritic conditions.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking medicines used for blood thinning (Warfarin), medications for cancer (Paclitaxel), painkillers (Acetaminophen), antidiabetes drugs (glimepiride, pioglitazone). Inform your doctor if you are using any of these.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid intake of Vitamin E, St. John’s wort (antidepressant) and Ginkgo Biloba with Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: People dealing with impaired glucose tolerance, kidney or liver dysfunction, heart (cardiovascular) disease, or asthma should take Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's with caution.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • PIOGLITAZONE
  • PACLITAXEL
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, vitamin D, and calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing inflammation in the tissue.
  • Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching and impact aerobic exercises like walking on a treadmill, bike riding and swimming. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights.
  • In the chronic condition of arthritis or joint pain, including fish like salmon, trout, tuna and sardines. These fishes are enriched with omega-3 fatty acids that have a minimum level of chemicals called cytokines, which ramp up inflammation.
  • Your sitting posture is important, especially when you have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit as little as possible, and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel at the back of your curve to minimize pain. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle. Besides this, you can use a footrest if required.

Special Advise

  • X-rays of affected joints are done to identify osteoarthritis 

  • Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's may take several weeks/months to show any improvement, if there is no improvement after using Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's for 2-3 months.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the tissues in the joint break down over time. It leads to pain, stiffness, inflammation, and reduced locomotion. This disease can occur in any joint, but commonly affected areas of the body are hands, fingertips, knees, hips, and spine, typically at the neck or lower back. The most common osteoarthritis symptoms include pain, tenderness (discomfort when pressing on the area with fingers), stiffness and inflammation.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult the doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Not enough scientific data available for Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's, hence it is best to consult a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

In some cases, Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's may cause dizziness and drowsiness. So if you observe such symptoms, then do not drive.

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Liver

Caution

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's should be used with caution in people with liver disorders. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's should be used with caution in people with kidney disorders. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Unsafe

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Shop No. 14,Sher Singh Bazaar Road, Kotla Mubarakpur, South Extension, New Delhi, Delhi, 110003, India
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FAQs

Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms associated with osteoarthritis. It strengthens the cartilage and fluid surrounding joints. It also alleviates pain and inflammation.
The safety and effectiveness of Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's in joints other than the knee have not been established. Consult your doctor for further advice.
You are advised to tell your doctor if you have diabetes, high cholesterol or triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood), cancer, liver disease, asthma or other breathing disorder if you are allergic to shellfish or you have taken a blood thinner (warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven).
Some research suggests that the presence of Glucosamine in Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's may affect antidiabetic drugs, it can also increase the blood sugar level in type 2 diabetes. This is why it is suggested to go for regular checkup of blood sugar with type 2 diabetes.
Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's may increase the risk of bleeding in people taking Warfarin, so it is advised to tell your doctor if you are taking Warfarin or any other medicine.
Some research suggests that glucosamine sulfate may enhance insulin levels in the body which can increase blood pressure. To be safer side, go for regular blood checks and closely monitor your blood pressure.
It has been noticed that Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's may cause allergic reactions in persons who are sensitive to shellfish. Glucosamine is produced synthetically from shells of shrimp, lobster and crabs.
Some research suggests that Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's may rarely increase pressure inside the eye and may worsen glaucoma. So if you have glaucoma then inform your doctor before using Synofluid-GM Tablet 10's.

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