The interest of modern consumers in a nutritional supplement such as Solgar's Chondroitin Glucosamine becomes understandable if you look at the available statistics. Some data indicate that about 50% of Europeans use dietary supplements, while in the USA and Japan these figures reach 80 and 95%, respectively. However, in Russia, this complex is just beginning to gain popularity.
It is worth noting that in the modern world, the human body, for various reasons, experiences a significant lack of a variety of useful substances. Restoring the imbalance often allows the use of various complexes, including preparations from the Solgar company. "Chondroitin glucosamine" with hyaluronic acid and MSM is a very effective remedy. More on that below.
Composition, medicinal properties
Complex "Chondroitin glucosamine" from "Solgar" isactive bioadditive, which can be used as an element of complex intensive therapy for joints. Due to the multicomponent nature, the drug allows you to stop pain in the joints, eliminate inflammation, restore mobility to them, and normalize metabolism in cartilage tissues. In addition, "Chondroitin glucosamine" is characterized by protective properties.
The main and auxiliary components in its composition are: chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine sulfate, glycerin, stearic acid, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, cellulose, manganese glycinate chelate, MCC, calcium ascorbate.
The effect of the drug is due to the effect on the body of active substances - glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate.
The latter is the most important substance for bone structures, tendons, cartilage. Through long-term studies, it was possible to find out that chondroitin takes an active part in counteracting the active development of osteoarthritis, strengthening the articular tissue, and reducing pain in them. In addition, chondroitin sulfate has the ability to reduce the severity of certain symptoms of arthritis.
Glucosamine, in turn, can reduce pain, stimulate the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans (hyaluronic acid). It is the main building material of cartilage tissue, allows you to activate regenerative processes in cartilage tissue, improve the functioning of the joints.
Thus, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, which are the main activesubstances of bioadditives, allow you to protect cartilage tissue, activate regeneration processes in it, functionally complementing each other at the same time. However, their mechanisms of action are different.
Indications for use
"Chondroitin glucosamine" from "Solgar" is indicated for use in patients during the examination of which pathologies of the spine and joints of a degenerative-dystrophic nature were identified. As a rule, it is prescribed to people suffering from osteoarthritis and osteochondrosis.
Also, the drug can be used as a prophylactic agent and as an element of active complex therapy for these pathologies. The use of bioadditives is no less important during recovery periods in order to normalize the activity of the joints after sports injuries and fractures.
This dietary supplement, as well as other products containing similar active substances, can be recommended by specialists if a person needs additional intake of chondroitin and glucosamine.
Use
In order to maximize the effect of the use of the specified "Chondroitin Glucosamine" complex from Solgar, it is recommended not only to preliminarily study its pharmacological properties, but also to use the drug in strict accordance with the existing recommendations.
It should be taken orally. It is necessary to swallow the capsules of the drug whole, not allowing them to be cracked or crushed, while drinking water insignificant amount. According to the manufacturer's instructions, it should be taken before or with food.
How often to take?
As a rule, adult patients are shown a double or triple dose of 2 capsules. One therapeutic course usually takes up to 60 days. However, the exact dosage, frequency of applications, duration of therapy should be determined by a specialist based on the results of the patient's examination.
Contraindications for use
According to Solgar's instructions for Chondroitin Glucosamine, the use of the supplement is contraindicated for those patients who have phenylketonuria. In addition, the complex should not be taken by people who have an increased susceptibility to substances that are part of the drug.
Use under the age of 14 years is prohibited, as there is not enough data confirming the safety of using the supplement in the treatment of patients of this age category.
When Pregnant
There is no categorical ban on the use of the drug during pregnancy. It can be taken in selected cases, if the doctor deems such therapy necessary. A pregnant woman in this case should always be under the strict supervision of a doctor. If it becomes necessary to take a dietary supplement during the lactation period, feeding must first be stopped.
Negative impacts
Against the background of the use of the drug, various negative manifestations may develop, including:
- Allergic manifestations.
- Jet lag.
- Sore limbs.
- Puffiness.
- Tachycardia.
- Noticeable dizziness, headache.
- Stool disorders.
- Manifestations of flatulence.
- Recurrent epigastric pain.
If you experience these symptoms, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
Features of the supplement "Chondroitin glucosamine MSM" from "Solgar"
Problems such as deteriorating joint mobility, a characteristic crunch in them, and pain are familiar to people who practice strength training. Approximately the same symptoms can be observed in people who are not involved in sports. As a rule, these are representatives of the older age category.
To solve a similar problem, as well as to prevent its development, the use of "Chondroitin glucosamine" in combination with methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) will allow. These components help to achieve excellent results, as evidenced by the numerous responses left by people who have had experience with this drug.
Glucosamine and chondroitin are present in the composition of ligaments and joints, providing their elasticity, necessary mobility, strength. Methylsulfonylmethane is a naturally occurring chemical found in food and body tissues.
The presence in the bioadditive of such a component,as MSM, allows you to increase its effectiveness, since methylsulfonylmethane has obvious positive qualities - an anti-inflammatory effect, the ability to neutralize toxins, and stabilize enzymatic functions. It is worth noting that MSM also has an immune-strengthening and anti-allergic effect, improves the characteristics of the skin, hair, and stabilizes the concentration of glucose in the blood.
Chondroitin glucosamine with hyaluronic acid from Solgar is also effective.
Currently, the market of dietary supplements offers a wide range of drugs based on chondroitin and glucosamine, and hyaluronic acid is also present. However, despite such an abundance of funds, it is important to seek the advice of a specialist before using them.
Numerous studies of glucosamine, chondroitin, hyaluronic acid allow us to draw a conclusion about the vast possibilities of these substances. And despite the rather high cost of such drugs, doctors actively urge patients to supplement conservative therapy for joint pathologies with the use of such drugs.
Reviews on "Chondroitin glucosamine" from "Solgar"
Due to the fact that the product is not a drug and refers to dietary supplements, the reviews about it are quite diverse and contradictory.
Some patients claim that the remedy is highly effective and allowed them to overcome various pathological changes in the joints, howeverat the same time, they note that this took a lot of time and more than one course of therapy - the effect of using the supplement develops for a long time.
Others note the complete uselessness of Solgar's Chondroitin Glucosamine (including hyaluronic acid), others believe that the use of a dietary supplement in combination with drugs does not allow them to make an unambiguous conclusion about its effectiveness.
Be that as it may, it is important to consult a doctor before using the drug.
