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

Oasoft Information

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

The correct dosage of Oasoft depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

The most common side effects of Oasoft are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oasoft can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oasoft go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Oasoft's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Oasoft has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oasoft related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Oasoft since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oasoft contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Oasoft with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Oasoft is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Oasoft Benefits & Uses

Oasoft is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Oasoft 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 750mg glucosamine, 50 mg diacerein and 250 mg methyl sulfonyl methane
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 750mg glucosamine, 50 mg diacerein and 250 mg methyl sulfonyl methane

Oasoft Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oasoft is used -

Severe

Yellow eyes
Yellow skin
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Skin reaction

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Fatigue
Insomnia
Bloating or fullness
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Oasoft Related Warnings

Is the use of Oasoft safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Oasoft in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Oasoft safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Oasoft for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Oasoft on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Oasoft on kidney, information on safety of Oasoft for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Oasoft on the Liver?

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

There is no research available on the side effects of Oasoft on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Severe Interaction of Oasoft with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin

Aluminium hydroxide

Bisacodyl

Mild

Oasoft Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Asthma
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Allergy
Kidney Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Oasoft

Is this Oasoft habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Oasoft has not been reported.

Oasoft Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oasoft

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Oasoft, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oasoft

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oasoft with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Oasoft

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oasoft a steroid?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Oasoft 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

Is Oasoft safe to use?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oasoft 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Oasoft cause joint pain (arthralgia)?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Oasoft 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 about 6 years ago

What is Oasoft?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Oasoft 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Oasoft work?

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

Oasoft 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.