Drug 'Chondroxide'. Instructions for use

"Chondroxide" - a drug that is used to treat degenerative-dystrophic joints, spine (osteoarthritis, spondyloarthrosis, osteoporosis, osteochondrosis, heyroarthropathy). The main form of the release is a gel, which is intended for topical application.

Drug "Chondroxide". Instructions for use: composition

The gel contains chondroitin sulfate, which is an active active substance. Auxiliary components: propylene glycol, dimethylsulfoxide, isopropyl alcohol, sodium metabisulphite , nipose, nipagin, orange flavor, carbopol, purified water.

The drug "Chondroxide". Instructions for use: pharmacological properties

The drug is practically not able to be absorbed into the total blood flow. The preparation contains natural components, which are obtained from the tissues of cattle. The active substance by chemical structure is a high molecular weight polysaccharide that inhibits the destruction of cartilaginous tissues, stimulates the formation of glycosaminoglycans, promotes the restoration of the joint surface, increases the synthesis of intraarticular fluid. The auxiliary component dimethyl sulfoxide exerts a pronounced analgesic, anti-inflammatory, fibrinolytic effect, ensures the penetration of chondroitin sulfate deep into tissues through cell membranes.

The drug helps to increase mobility, reduce soreness of the joints, slows the progression of osteochondrosis, osteoarthrosis. It is well absorbed into the skin, is not able to leave traces, make clothes dirty.

The drug "Chondroxide". Instructions for use: dosage, side effects, contraindications

The way of using the drug is external. It must be applied to lesions twice a day. The period of therapy can be a couple of months. This indicator depends on the form of the disease, the intensity of its symptoms. If necessary, the treatment is repeated.

Among the side effects is the appearance of a variety of allergic reactions.

Contraindication to the use of the drug: the presence of hypersensitivity to the components.

Drug "Chondroxide". Instructions for use: special instructions, overdose

It is necessary to avoid accidental contact with the gel on open wounds, mucous membranes. The drug is easily washed off if it is on clothes or skin. The drug "Chondroxide" during pregnancy can be used, it does not affect the fetus, since the active substance is not able to penetrate the placenta. The vehicle can not influence the ability to drive vehicles, various dangerous mechanisms. At this time, there has not been a single case of an overdose with this drug.

The drug "Chondroxide" (glucosamine) should be stored in relatively dry places at a temperature of no higher than 25 C. Its maximum shelf life is two years. After the expiration of this period, the use of the drug is prohibited because of the loss of its pharmacological properties and the increased likelihood of development of toxic effects. The remedy is released freely in pharmacies.

The drug has many positive reviews. This can be explained by its pharmacological properties (natural components, good absorption into the skin), the rapid onset of a positive effect, the absence of serious adverse reactions, the inability to develop an overdose. The drug is easily washed off when it comes to clothing, skin, which can also be called its advantage.