{"id":13485,"date":"2021-09-17T12:47:34","date_gmt":"2021-09-17T12:47:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=13485"},"modified":"2021-11-05T11:50:51","modified_gmt":"2021-11-05T11:50:51","slug":"glucosamine-net","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/glucosamine-net\/","title":{"rendered":"Glucosamine NET &#8211; Glucosamine uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>625 mg&nbsp;capsules, hard<br>glucosamine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Glucosamine NET is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;Net contains the active substance&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;and belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic agents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;is a body-specific substance formed from&nbsp;glucose&nbsp;(a sugar).&nbsp;Glucosamine is&nbsp;needed for the body to be able to form larger&nbsp;molecules&nbsp;that are found in, among other things, synovial fluid and&nbsp;cartilage&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;Net is used to relieve the symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(joint wear) in adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine contained&nbsp;in&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>if you are allergic to shellfish, as&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;is extracted from shellfish.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;should not be used to treat&nbsp;acute&nbsp;pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have impaired glucose tolerance.&nbsp;Your blood sugar levels may need to be checked more often at the beginning of treatment with&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net and regularly during treatment.<\/li><li>if you have&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;.&nbsp;Your asthma symptoms may worsen when you start treatment with&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;Net should not be used by people under 18 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently used or might be taking other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is especially important that you consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>tetracyclines&nbsp;(&nbsp;antibiotics&nbsp;used to&nbsp;treat infections&nbsp;).<\/li><li>warfarin&nbsp;or similar medicines (blood thinners&nbsp;anticoagulants&nbsp;).&nbsp;The effect of blood-thinning drugs (eg&nbsp;warfarin&nbsp;) has been shown to increase with concomitant&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;therapy&nbsp;.&nbsp;Patients treated with blood-thinning drugs will therefore be closely monitored when&nbsp;starting and&nbsp;stopping glucosamine&nbsp;treatment&nbsp;.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IF you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;Net should not be used during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net is not recommended during breast-feeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;Net has no known effect on the ability to drive or use machines.&nbsp;If you feel dizzy or drowsy from the capsules, you should not drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and \/ or&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;2 capsules once a day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swallow the capsules together with some water.&nbsp;Do not chew the capsules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The capsules can be taken with or without food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptom relief (especially pain relief) may occur only after several weeks of treatment and sometimes for a longer period of time.&nbsp;If no improvement has been achieved after 2-3 months, consult a physician and the treatment will be evaluated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Glucosamine NET than you should &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Signs and symptoms of&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;overdose&nbsp;may include headache, dizziness, confusion, joint pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation.&nbsp;Overdose does not always cause any symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose&nbsp;.&nbsp;If it is almost time for your next&nbsp;dose&nbsp;, skip the missed&nbsp;dose&nbsp;and continue taking&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net according to the indicated&nbsp;dosage&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor before stopping this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.&nbsp;These are usually mild and transient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Serious&nbsp;side effect<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop taking&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net and contact&nbsp;<strong>a<\/strong>&nbsp;doctor&nbsp;<strong>immediately<\/strong>&nbsp;or go to the nearest hospital if you get any of the following symptoms, as it may indicate that you have had a severe&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;(&nbsp;angioedema&nbsp;):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>swelling of the face, tongue or throat<\/li><li>difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>skin rash and difficulty breathing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The above has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that may occur:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Headache, drowsiness, fatigue, indigestion, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, nausea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin rash,&nbsp;itching&nbsp;,&nbsp;redness&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergic reaction&nbsp;(hypersensitivity), vomiting,&nbsp;hives&nbsp;, dizziness, swollen feet or ankles.&nbsp;Asthma&nbsp;, worsening of existing&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;, impaired control of blood sugar in patients with&nbsp;diabetes&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.&nbsp;This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Glucosamine NET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not store above 30C.&nbsp;Store in the original package.&nbsp;Moisture sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use&nbsp;Glucosamine&nbsp;Net before the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;.&nbsp;Each capsule contains 625 mg of&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;(equivalent to 750 mg of glucosamine hydrochloride).<\/li><li>The other ingredients are magnesium stearate<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Capsule composition:<\/em>&nbsp;gelatin, red iron oxide (E172), titanium dioxide (E171), black iron oxide (E172).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucosamine&nbsp;Net are brown, hard gelatin capsules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack sizes: 10, 60 capsules or 180 (3&#215;60) capsules in blister pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Evolan Pharma AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 120<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>182 12 Danderyd<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>J.URIACH &amp; C\u00eda, SA Av.&nbsp;Cam\u00ed Reial 51-57<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>08184 Palau Solit\u00e0 i Plegamans (Barcelona)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Glucosamine Net contains the active substance glucosamine and belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic agents.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2200,2207],"tags":[14245,14251,6703,14246,14247,14250,14252,6705,9961,14249,6704,14248],"class_list":["post-13485","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-medicines","category-g","tag-benefits-of-glucosamine","tag-benefits-of-glucosamine-net","tag-glucosamine","tag-glucosamine-capsule","tag-glucosamine-net","tag-glucosamine-net-capsule","tag-glucosamine-net-side-effects","tag-glucosamine-side-effects","tag-what-glucosamine-is-used-for","tag-what-glucosamine-net-is-used-for","tag-what-is-glucosamine","tag-what-is-glucosamine-net"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13485","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13485"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13485\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15456,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13485\/revisions\/15456"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13485"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13485"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13485"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}