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Joinix is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Joint Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Joinix have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Joinix. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Joinix also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Joinix as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Joinix are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Joinix's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Joinix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Joinix related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Joinix are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Joinix have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Joinix is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Joinix is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Joinix safe for pregnant women?
Joinix is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Joinix safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Joinix on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Joinix will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Joinix on the Kidneys?
Joinix is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Joinix on the Liver?
Side effects of Joinix rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Joinix on the Heart?
Using Joinix does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Joinix should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Joinix unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Joinix habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Joinix is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Joinix does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Joinix should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Joinix in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Joinix
When consumed with certain foods, Joinix may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Joinix
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Joinix with alcohol will be.
Yes, Joinix 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.
Joinix is a brand name of glucosamine and it is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is a dietary supplement and a precursor of glycosaminoglycans which is used to provide relief from symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis.
No, Joinix 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.
Yes, Joinix is safe to use, if it is taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as nausea, abdominal (stomach) pain, and diarrhoea. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Usually, Joinix 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1339-1340