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Osicare is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Joint Pain. The alternative uses of Osicare have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Osicare. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Osicare are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Osicare have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Osicare 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.
It is also important to note that Osicare has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Osicare has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Osicare related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Osicare have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Osicare may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Osicare is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Osicare 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 Osicare safe for pregnant women?
Osicare is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Osicare safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Osicare for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Osicare on the Kidneys?
Osicare does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Osicare on the Liver?
Osicare has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Osicare on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Osicare for the heart.
Osicare 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 Osicare unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Osicare habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Osicare.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Osicare as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Osicare is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Osicare for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Osicare
Some foods when eaten with Osicare can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Osicare
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Osicare with alcohol.
No, Osicare 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.
Osicare 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.
Take Osicare once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food.
Yes, Osicare 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.
Yes, Osicare 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.
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