The medicine "Chondroxide Forte" (tablets, gel) refers to drugs that promote tissue regeneration, NSAIDs. The active ingredients are chondroitin sulfate, meloxicam. The tool has a complex effect, inhibits the development of osteochondrosis and osteoarthritis, has an analgesic effect. High molecular weight mucopolysaccharide - chondroitin sulfate - a natural component of cartilage tissue. The compound stabilizes the process of phosphorus-calcium metabolism, inhibits enzymes that provoke destruction in the cartilage. The component helps to restore joint surfaces, reduce soreness and increase their mobility. Meloxicam has an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. The component does not adversely affect cartilage, being a chondroneutral drug. Meloxicam reduces the number of mediators of inflammation and pain (prostaglandins) in the affected area.
Chondroxide Forte. Indications
The medication is prescribed for the complex treatment of diseases in the musculoskeletal system of a degenerative degenerative nature. Indications include osteochondrosis, osteoarthrosis, other diseases complicated by pain.
The drug "Chondroxide Forte." Contraindications
Outwardly, the product is not recommended for violations of the integrity of the skin in areas of the intended application. Contraindications include age up to 12 years, hypersensitivity. With caution, the appointment for disorders of the kidney and liver, pathologies in the digestive system of a pronounced course (at the stage of exacerbation of an ulcer), in old age, with blood diseases. The medicine "Chondroxide Forte" is contraindicated in lactation and pregnancy
Dosage regimen
Inside, the drug is prescribed 2 tablets twice a day. Apply a thin layer of liniment from a centimeter to five in length. Frequency of use - no more than three times a day. Wash hands thoroughly after application. The duration of use is established by a specialist and depends on the severity of the pathology and therapeutic effectiveness.
Side effects
The drug "Chondroxide Forte" (reviews of experts indicate this) is generally tolerated satisfactorily. Allergic reactions are likely against the background of individual intolerance. In particular, when used externally, redness, itching, irritation occurs. In the event of a negative reaction, consult a specialist.
additional information
For external use, extremely low systemic absorption is noted. In this regard, when using the gel, an overdose is unlikely. Theoretically, the appearance of allergies, irritation, dryness, skin rash. If such phenomena occur, you should consult a doctor. In practice, cases of the interaction of a drug with other drugs of clinical importance are not described. The tool does not have a sedative effect, does not affect psychomotor reactions.