Diseases of the musculoskeletal system - a fairly common occurrence in old age. Nowadays, it is difficult to find people over 60 who would not feel discomfort in the joints when moving. And moreover, every year the inflammatory processes in the joints affect the younger generation. There are many reasons for this, but to solve this problem, doctors often resort to using such medicines as Rumalon and Alflutop medicines. These drugs are intended to combat osteoarthritis, gonarthrosis, finger arthrosis, chondromalacia of the patella, osteochondrosis and coxarthrosis. The compositions of the Alflutop and Rumalon preparations, analogues, price and full description are the information that interests each patient who has encountered problems of the musculoskeletal system, and this is what will be discussed.
The composition and effect of the drug "Rumalon"
The active component of the Rumalon preparation is the glucosaminoglycan-peptide complex of animal origin, namely bone marrow cells and cartilage tissue of young calves. This composition of the drug stimulates the regeneration of cartilage in human joints and the synthesis of mucopolysaccharides. Due to this, stabilization of metabolic processes in the membranes of the cartilage takes place, a sufficient amount of moisture appears in it to normalize the sliding of surfaces in the joints. In addition, the Rumalon preparation slows down the process of cartilage destruction, and due to the normalization of metabolic processes and the normalization of nutrient intake, new cells of cartilage tissue appear.
How to replace Rumalon
Today in the pharmaceutical market you can find analogues of Rumalon. A good alternative can be a medicine "Alflutop." It includes a special extract of marine fish with a number of glycosaminoglycans, which have a positive effect on the regeneration of cartilage in the joint.
Speaking about which is better - “Alflutop” or “Rumalon” - first of all, you need to pay attention to the side effects of these medicines and their effectiveness. An important role is played by the cost of drugs.
So, for example, Rumalon injection solution has a minimum number of negative phenomena, which often consist only in allergic reactions. This is due to the fact that the bone marrow and cartilage of animals are most suitable for humans. While analogues of Rumalon, such as Alflutop, containing a concentrate of cartilage in fish, have the following side effects:
- itching and allergic rashes and irritations at the injection site;
- myalgia and arthralgia field of intraarticular injection.
Regarding the regimen, there are also differences. Means "Rumalon" is prescribed as follows: first 0.3 ml, the next day - 0.5 ml, and after two to three times a week, 1 ml intramuscularly. The duration of the course can be from 5 to 8 weeks. The drug "Alflutop" can be administered intramuscularly 1 ml once a day, or inside the joint 1-2 ml in each affected area 1 time every 3-4 days. The duration of treatment is 5-6 sessions. A good result is observed with a combination of intraarticular and intramuscular injections.
The difference between these medicines is not only in composition, but also in price. So, for example, the Alflutop remedy costs about 1,400 rubles, and the Rumalon medicine costs about 1,550 rubles.
How does an analog
Analogues of Rumalon, such as Alflutop, Artron triaktiv, Revmafit, Teraflex and others, also stimulate the growth of cartilage tissue, which positively affects the work of the joints. The action of this drug is aimed at restoring and nourishing cartilage. In addition, the drug has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, which is very important in the presence of pain at rest and in motion.
Contraindications
Rumalon is not prescribed for people with rheumatoid arthritis. It is not used in pediatrics, and is also contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women.
Analogues of Rumalon, in particular Alflutop medicine, also have a number of warnings, first of all, individual intolerance to the components, as well as pregnancy and lactation.