Cartiel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cartiel Information

Cartiel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Joint Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Cartiel have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cartiel is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Cartiel include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Cartiel have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cartiel are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Cartiel has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cartiel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cartiel related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cartiel contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Cartiel with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cartiel is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Cartiel Benefits & Uses
Cartiel Dosage & How to Take
Cartiel Side Effects
Cartiel Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cartiel with Other Drugs
Cartiel Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cartiel
Cartiel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cartiel Benefits & Uses

Cartiel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Joint Pain

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Cartiel Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cartiel Related Warnings

Is the use of Cartiel safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cartiel in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cartiel safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Cartiel in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Cartiel is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cartiel on the Kidneys?

Using Cartiel does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cartiel on the Liver?

Cartiel has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cartiel on the Heart?

Cartiel is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cartiel with Other Drugs

Cartiel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

Cartiel Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cartiel unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Asthma
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Cartiel

Is this Cartiel habit forming or addictive?

Cartiel is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Cartiel will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cartiel only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cartiel in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cartiel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cartiel

Some foods when eaten with Cartiel can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Cartiel

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cartiel with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cartiel

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Cartiel on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Cartiel should not be discontinued without doctors advice if it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cartiel cause weight gain?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Cartiel does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cartiel a steroid?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Cartiel is not a steroid. It contains glucosamine which is a precursor of glycosaminoglycans that is used as a dietary supplement to provide relief from symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Cartiel work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Cartiel contains glucosamine which is presumed to work by stimulating the synthesis of naturally occurring glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans in our body. Both of these are major components of joint cartilage as well as and synovial fluid and their synthesis may help in the rebuilding of cartilage which can provide relief to the patient from pain and inflammation.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cartiel increase blood sugar?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Cartiel does not increase blood sugar but its possibility cannot be ruled out. It might affect your blood sugar levels hence if you are suffering from diabetes then you are advised to keep a check on your blood sugar levels on daily basis and notify your doctor in case of any fluctuations in your blood sugar levels.