Fitjoint Capsule 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Collagen Peptide Type II 20 mg+Sodium Hyaluronate 40 mg
Manufacturer
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
10 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONFITJOINT contain diacerein which belongs to a group of medicine called anthraquinones. It is used for symptomatic management of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a disease characterized by degeneration of cartilage and its underlying bones within a joint as well as bony overgrowth. The breakdown of these tissue eventually leads to pain and joint stiffness. The joints most affected are the knees, hips, and those in the hands and spine. It works by building cartilage (soft connective tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. It also lowers pain and inflammation (swelling). The common
Uses
OF FITJOINT Used for symptomatic management of osteoarthritis
How It Works
FITJOINT works by building cartilage (soft connective tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. It also lowers pain and inflammation (swelling).
Directions for Use
Always take FITJOINT exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with food and try to take at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Side Effects
t stools, abdominal pain, frequent bowel movements, flatulence, skin effects such as rash, itching, eczema. Always take FITJOINT exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with food and try to take at the same time each day. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 15 years. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during management with this medicine. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. USES OF FITJOINT Used for symptomatic management of osteoarthritis HOW FITJOINT WORKSFITJOINT works by building cartilage (soft connective tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. It also lowers pain and inflammation (swelling). DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take FITJOINT exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with food and try to take at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. SIDE EFFECTS OF FITJOINTSERIOUS jaundice (yellowing of the whites of the eyes and skin) changes in the color of the urine (from yellow to orange to red or even brown) pigmentation of the intestinal mucosa reduced consciousness or itching of the skin COMMON diarrhoea soft stools abdominal pain frequent bowel movements flatulence skin effects such as rash, itching, eczema
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYFITJOINT is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. BREASTFEEDINGFITJOINT is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. ALCOHOLConsumption of alcohol is not recommended during management with FITJOINT. KIDNEYFITJOINT should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice. LIVERFITJOINT is not recommended in patients with active liver diseases. Before taking this medicine consult your doctor. Consult your doctor for advice. ALLERGYDo not take FITJOINT if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to diacerein or any other ingredients in this medicine. OTHERSTell your doctor if you have or had a condition such as, colitis, crohn's disease partial/complete intestinal obstructions or from abdominal pain impaired function of urinary system severe diarrhoea 65 years of age or older
Drug Interactions
STalk to your doctor if you are taking, laxatives such as rhein antacids diuretics digoxin or other glycosides (used for heart management) SYNOPSIS Drug : Diacerein Pharmacological Category : Anthraquinones Therapeutic Indication : Osteoarthritis Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATIONStore below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
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Written By
2 Cyrus Cooper,3 John A. Kanis,4 Burkhard F. Leeb,5 Emmanuel Maheu,6 Johanne Martel
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