G.C. Flex: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

G.C. Flex Information

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

The right dosage of G.C. Flex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

G.C. Flex also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Some other side effects of G.C. Flex have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of G.C. Flex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that G.C. Flex has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to G.C. Flex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the G.C. Flex contraindications section.

Besides this, G.C. Flex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for G.C. Flex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

G.C. Flex Benefits & Uses

G.C. Flex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

G.C. Flex 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1850 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 750 mg glucosamine, 600 mg chondroitin and 500 mg MSM in two capsule
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1850 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 750 mg glucosamine, 600 mg chondroitin and 500 mg MSM in two capsule

G.C. Flex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when G.C. Flex is used -

Severe

Irregular heartbeat
Swelling

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Hair Loss
Puffy eyelids
Fatigue
Insomnia
Bloating or fullness
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

G.C. Flex Related Warnings

Is the use of G.C. Flex safe for pregnant women?

The effects of G.C. Flex on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of G.C. Flex safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of G.C. Flex in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of G.C. Flex on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of G.C. Flex on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of G.C. Flex on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of G.C. Flex on the liver, information on safety of G.C. Flex for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of G.C. Flex on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of G.C. Flex on the heart, information on safety of G.C. Flex for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of G.C. Flex with Other Drugs

G.C. Flex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

G.C. Flex Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Asthma
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Asthma
Allergy
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about G.C. Flex

Is this G.C. Flex habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that G.C. Flex is addictive.

G.C. Flex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and G.C. Flex

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how G.C. Flex and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and G.C. Flex

Information about the interaction of G.C. Flex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about G.C. Flex

Question about 6 years ago

How does G.C. Flex work?

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

G.C. Flex 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 G.C. Flex increase blood sugar?

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

No, G.C. Flex 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take G.C. Flex without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, G.C. Flex 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

Can G.C. Flex cause joint pain (arthralgia)?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, G.C. Flex might cause joint pain (arthralgia) if it is taken in more than the recommended doses, However, this effect is unharmful and reversible in nature and it resolves after discontinuation of this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can G.C. Flex cause weight gain?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, G.C. Flex 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.