Recartix is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Other than this, Recartix has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Recartix. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Recartix include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Recartix can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Recartix 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 Recartix has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Recartix has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Recartix related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Recartix are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Recartix with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Recartix is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Recartix is used to treat the following -
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Recartix is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Recartix safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Recartix during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Recartix safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Recartix for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Recartix on the Kidneys?
Recartix has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Recartix on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Recartix on the liver, information on safety of Recartix for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Recartix on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Recartix on the heart have been reported.
Recartix 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 Recartix unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Recartix habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Recartix is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Recartix
You can take Recartix with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Recartix
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Recartix and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Recartix 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.
Recartix 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.
Recartix 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.
Yes, Recartix 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.
No, Recartix 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.
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