{"id":22020,"date":"2022-06-16T07:24:35","date_gmt":"2022-06-16T07:24:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=22020"},"modified":"2022-06-16T09:47:21","modified_gmt":"2022-06-16T09:47:21","slug":"revalenk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/revalenk\/","title":{"rendered":"Revalenk &#8211; Glucosamine uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>400 mg&nbsp;film-coated tablets<br>glucosamine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Revalenk is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Revalenk belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Revalenk is used to relieve the symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee (joint wear and tear).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Glucosamine\u00a0contained in Revalenk may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Revalenk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Revalenk if you:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>is\u00a0<strong>allergic<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0<strong>glucosamine<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0<strong>any of the other ingredients<\/strong>\u00a0of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>is\u00a0<strong>allergic<\/strong>\u00a0(hypersensitive) to\u00a0<strong>shellfish<\/strong>, as\u00a0glucosamine\u00a0is extracted from shellfish.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Revalenk should not be used to treat acute pain symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Revalenk if you have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>impaired glucose tolerance<\/strong>.\u00a0Closer monitoring of your blood sugar level may be necessary at the beginning of treatment with Revalenk.<\/li><li>a\u00a0known risk factor for cardiovascular disease, as an abnormally high level of\u00a0cholesterol\u00a0in the blood, has been observed in a few patients treated with\u00a0glucosamine<\/li><li>asthma.\u00a0When starting treatment with Revalenk, you should be aware that your symptoms may get worse.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Revalenk should not be used by children and adolescents under 18 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Revalenk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Caution should be exercised if Revalenk needs to be combined with other medicines, in particular:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>certain types of medicines are used to prevent blood clots (eg\u00a0warfarin, dicumarol, phenprocoumon, acenocoumarol, and fluindione).\u00a0The effect of these drugs can be enhanced when used in conjunction with\u00a0glucosamine.\u00a0Patients treated with blood-thinning drugs will therefore be monitored extra closely when glucosamine therapy is started or stopped.<\/li><li>tetracycline\u00a0(\u00a0antibacterial\u00a0drugs used to\u00a0treat infections\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Please contact your doctor for medical advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, 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><br><em>Pregnancy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Revalenk should not be used during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><br>Breast-feeding<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of Revalenk during breastfeeding is not recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No studies on the ability to drive and use machines have been performed.&nbsp;If you feel dizzy or tired<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>of the tablets, you should not drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Revalenk contains potassium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 2.2 mmol (87 mg)&nbsp;potassium&nbsp;per tablet.&nbsp;This should be considered by patients with&nbsp;impaired&nbsp;renal function or patients on a low-potassium diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to take Revalenk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><br><strong>Dosage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended starting dose is 1 tablet 3 times daily (1200 mg&nbsp;glucosamine&nbsp;), taken by mouth.&nbsp;Alternatively, the entire&nbsp;dose&nbsp;can be taken at a single time during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Relief of symptoms (especially pain relief) may occur only after several weeks of treatment and in some cases after even longer.&nbsp;If no symptom relief has been obtained after 2-3 months, you should consult a physician and treatment should be evaluated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>For people with renal and\/or hepatic impairment, no dose recommendations can be made, as no studies have been performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The tablets should be taken orally (&nbsp;oral&nbsp;use).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The tablets should be swallowed together with water or other suitable liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The tablet can be divided into two equal\u00a0doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Revalenk than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center (tel. 112) for risk assessment and advice.\u00a0Signs and symptoms of\u00a0glucosamine\u00a0overdose may include headache, dizziness, confusion, joint pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation.\u00a0Discontinue treatment if there are signs of overdose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to take Revalenk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.\u00a0If it is almost time for your next\u00a0dose, skip the missed\u00a0dose\u00a0and continue taking Revalenk as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop taking Revalenk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor, that a change in the treatment of your symptoms may be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Stop taking Revalenk and call the emergency services immediately or see a hospital if you experience any of the following symptoms (&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>hives\u00a0and difficulty breathing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that have been reported:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><br>Common<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>headache, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, upper gastrointestinal symptoms, diarrhea, and constipation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><em>Uncommon<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>skin rash,\u00a0itching,\u00a0and\u00a0redness.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em><br>Has been reported<\/em>&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>hives\u00a0, swelling of i.a.\u00a0ankles, legs, and feet, dizziness, vomiting, impaired control of blood glucose in patients with\u00a0diabetes, elevated liver enzyme levels, and jaundice.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Revalenk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>No special storage instructions.<br><br>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<br><br>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\">Contents of the pack 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 glucosamine sulfate-potassium chloride equivalent to 400 mg\u00a0glucosamine.<\/li><li>Other ingredients are Tablet core:\u00a0Anhydrous\u00a0colloidal\u00a0silica, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and purified water.<strong>Film coating:<\/strong>\u00a0Hypromellos, macrogol 6000.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Revalenk is white to off-white, oblong film-coated tablets with a score line, of approximately 19x8x7 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Pack sizes: 90 or 180 film-coated tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>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>Mezina A \/ S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energizer 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6700 Esbjerg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vimeo A \/ S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lodshusvej 11<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4230 Sk\u00e6lsk\u00f8r<br>Denmark<br><br><strong>This medicine is authorized in the European Economic Area under the names:<\/strong><br>Denmark: Glucosamine BBS<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Revalenk belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic 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