Chondroitin Sulfate + Collagen Peptide + Sodium Hyaluronate + Vitamin C / Ascorbic Acid

Dosage Forms Available

• Chondroitin Sulphate + Collagen Peptide + Sodium Hyaluronate + Vitamin C/Ascorbic Acid is available in various dosage formulations, including capsules, tablets, powders, and liquids for oral administration.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination is mainly meant for adults and is not typically recommended for children under the age of 18.

Contraindications

• Chondroitin Sulphate + Collagen Peptide + Sodium Hyaluronate + Vitamin C/Ascorbic Acid is contraindicated in individuals with shellfish allergies due to sources of chondroitin.

• It is also contraindicated in individuals with prostate cancer or at high risk for it, as chondroitin may enhance prostate cancer growth.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with blood thinners (such as warfarin), antidepressants (like SSRIs including fluoxetine and SNRIs like duloxetine), and certain cancer treatments (such as those affecting cellular growth).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this combination may lead to severe side effects such as nausea, diarrhoea, and vomiting. If you observe these symptoms, notify your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this combination. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage digestive symptoms like nausea and diarrhoea that might occur due to this combination, take the medicine with meals.

• If you experience headaches or dizziness, lying down and resting in a quiet room may help.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This combination does not generally affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, if you experience dizziness or disorientation after taking the medicine, avoid these activities.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of Chondroitin Sulphate + Collagen Peptide + Sodium Hyaluronate + Vitamin C/Ascorbic Acid during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not established. Consult your doctor before using this combination in these conditions.

Caution in Other Conditions

• People with bleeding disorders or those taking blood thinners should use this combination with caution, as chondroitin may have mild anticoagulant effects.

• Individuals scheduled for surgery should stop using this combination at least two weeks beforehand due to potential bleeding risk.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintaining a healthy weight can also alleviate pressure on your joints and slow down the progression of osteoarthritis.

• Adequate hydration is important to keep the joints lubricated. Aim for at least 8 glasses of water a day.

• Regular physical activity such as walking, swimming, or cycling can help maintain joint mobility and reduce stiffness.