Diacerein + Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride

Dosage Forms Available

• Diacerein + Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride is available as oral tablets and capsules.

• This medicine is taken orally.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is intended for adults and children above the age of 18 years.

Contraindications

• Diacerein + Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride is contraindicated in patients with severe liver or kidney impairment.

• It should not be used by individuals with inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.

• Patients with Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency should avoid this medication.

• Those with Haemochromatosis should also not take this medicine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Diacerein + Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride may interact with blood thinners (like warfarin, aspirin), diabetes medications (metformin and insulin), antibiotics (such as norfloxacin, pefloxacin), and anti-cancer medicines (methotrexate).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Diacerein + Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride may lead to severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or skin rashes. If this occurs, contact your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Management of Side Effects

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

• Drink plenty of fluids to manage side effects like diarrhoea.

• Taking the medicine with meals can help reduce gastrointestinal side effects.

• Inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe stomach pain, yellowing of the skin, easy bruising or bleeding.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some individuals. If you experience these symptoms, it is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is recommended to consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, as its safety in these conditions is not well-established.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with liver or kidney disease should use Diacerein + Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride with caution.

• It should also be used with care in patients with bleeding problems or diabetes.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Regular physical activity can help manage osteoarthritis symptoms. It strengthens the muscles around the joints and improves flexibility.

• Try to maintain a healthy weight as excess weight puts additional pressure on weight-bearing joints like knees and hips, which can worsen osteoarthritis symptoms.

• Incorporate a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation and promote overall health.