Chondroitin
Latin name: (not applicable)
Synonyms: galactosamino sulfate-glucuronide glycan (SGGG) and chondroitin sulfate
Parts used
Extract of beef cartilage or shark
Source
Chondroitin, a constituent of cartilage, is naturally produced by the body. The supplements found on the market usually consist of a sample of trachea from cattle breeding
Therapeutic effect
Relieve joint pain due to mild osteoarthritis
Traditional Use
None
Cons-indications
Disorders of blood coagulation and haemophilia
Pregnancy and lactation
Drug Interactions
Possible increase of the effect of anticoagulant / antithrombotic (Coumadin, Lovenox, heparin, etc..), Anti-platelet (Plavix, Ticlid) and derivatives of salicylic acid (ASA or acetylsalicylic acid, Aspirin, Entrophen, etc..) and other anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (Voltaren, Advil, Motrin, Naprosyn, Indocid, etc..)
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