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

Cartifix Information

Cartifix is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Cartifix has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Cartifix depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Cartifix also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. While these are the most often observed Cartifix side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cartifix normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cartifix's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cartifix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cartifix are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Cartifix may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Cartifix Benefits & Uses

Cartifix is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Cartifix 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: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 250 mg glucosamine and 200 mg Chondroitin
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 250 mg glucosamine and 200 mg Chondroitin

Cartifix Related Warnings

Is the use of Cartifix safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Cartifix during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Cartifix safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Cartifix on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Cartifix will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Cartifix on the Kidneys?

Cartifix has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cartifix on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cartifix on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cartifix on the Heart?

Cartifix is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Cartifix with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

Cartifix Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Asthma
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Asthma
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cartifix

Is this Cartifix habit forming or addictive?

Cartifix does not cause addiction.

Cartifix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cartifix

You can take Cartifix with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cartifix

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cartifix and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Cartifix

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cartifix cause constipation?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cartifix may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Cartifix?

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

Take Cartifix once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Cartifix?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Usually, Cartifix is taken for 2-3 months if you do not experience any relief in your symptoms in this duration then its use must be re-evaluated. However, you are advised to take this drug as long as recommended by your doctor. Do not discontinue this drug suddenly if it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cartifix without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cartifix can be used without consulting a doctor because it is an over the counter drug which does not require a prescription.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cartifix increase blood sugar?

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

No, Cartifix 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.