Joint creams, “Chondrolon” in the form of ampoules and other drugs against joint pains are quite popular. Chondrolone is often prescribed by doctors to their patients, but the drug can be bought without a prescription, so many people practice self-medication with it without the recommendation of a specialist. Is it worth it? On average, the price of the “Chondrolone” medicine in our pharmacies is about two to three hundred rubles. Is it worth the money? Let's try to look more closely.
Development of domestic doctors
The medicine "Chondrolon" was invented in Russia. This drug is produced by the Ufa pharmaceutical company Immunopreparat. In many ways, this is why the drug costs significantly less than many similar medicines to combat joint diseases. The manufacturer has existed since 1905 and specializes in immunobiological products that can effectively prevent the development of diseases and fight them. However, as can be seen from the reviews, treatment with Chondrolone does not always show exactly the result that the patient hoped for. The manufacturer explains this with the characteristics of each specific situation: the severity of the disease, the specificity of the patient's body.
From the advertising campaign you can find out that “Chondrolon” (tablets under this brand are not available, only a drug for injection) was created using the most modern technologies. This allowed us to develop an effective tool. The company is engaged in scientific research, during which it was able to discover the important features of a number of components useful for joints. It is their introduction that gives such a good effect for the joints (orally, intramuscularly). Chondrolon is popular both because of its low price and because of its good reputation.
Relevant for everyone
Medical statistics are completely merciless: from year to year the number of cases of arthrosis, osteochondrosis, arthritis is growing. Not only the total number of sick people is increasing, but also the frequency with which diseases are diagnosed in the population. Violations, previously characteristic of the elderly, now often affect young people. Pathologies affecting the musculoskeletal system are no exception. There are many reasons - ecology, lifestyle, junk food, and there is only one way out: timely treatment. If you tighten it, you may find yourself in a practically hopeless situation when the only measure that can help is an operation to replace the joint with an implant. As can be seen from the reviews of patients, “Chondrolone” allows to some extent solve the problem.
According to statistics, diseases of the musculoskeletal system are characteristic of 27% of people who have crossed the 50-year age limit, and among 60-year-olds and older patients 90%. More often diseases affect women.
What is made of?
As the manufacturer explains, the composition of Chondrolone is an effective mixture based on chondroitin, that is, such a mucopolysaccharide whose characteristic feature is its high molecular weight.
The tool is recommended for problems of calcium metabolism, phosphorus, as it restores these processes, and not only in the cartilage, but also in the bones. Also, the composition of "Chondrolone" allows you to reduce the activity of a number of enzymes, due to which the tissue does not degrade longer for natural reasons. Destructive processes when using the drug slow down. At the same time, as can be seen from the instructions for use, Chondrolone (the price of the drug is about 200-300 rubles per package) activates the process of glycosaminoglacan formation in the human body. When taking the medication, the joint bag, the surfaces of the joints return to normal, the fluid inside the joint is produced in normal volume, and its composition again becomes correct, as nature intended. The process of blood clots in small blood vessels near the joint is blocked.
Reliable and efficient
According to the results of the research, “Chondrolon” officially received the status of a chondroprotector. These are drugs that provide joints with protection against destructive factors and activate regenerative processes. The European League against Rheumatism recommends (and this is confirmed by patient reviews) “Chondrolone” as one of the main means for the treatment of articular pathologies.
Application: what gives?
The results of the experiments, and with them the patient reviews of Chondrolone, show that the use of the medication can reduce pain, restore the normal functioning of the affected joints and restore patient mobility. According to the manufacturer, the first positive trend can be recorded two weeks after the start of systematic therapy. Patient reviews of Chondrolone indicate that efficacy has been observed for quite some time.
What is going on in the body?
The manufacturer notes that a positive effect is possible only if the instructions for use of “Chondrolon” are observed (the price of 200-300 rubles per package encourages you to carefully study the rules of use, so as not to spend money just like that). If the product is intended to be injected into the muscle, it must be used that way. You can not enter the drug into a vein! When using the injection, the highest level of concentration of the active substance is observed in the patient's body after 60 minutes. A gradual decrease stretches for a couple of hours.
A really good result is observed if the active component of the drug accumulates in the cartilage. Side effects of "Chondrolone" may occur if, due to the characteristics of a particular organism, the assimilation process occurs with errors. However, as can be seen from the responses of those who underwent treatment with its use, negative phenomena are observed very rarely. In general, the tolerability of the drug in most is high.
Action Features
As can be seen from the reviews of patients, "Chondrolon" works almost always, and the effect is good. Experts attribute this to the fact that the drug can penetrate into the joint cavity through the synovial membrane. Only a quarter of an hour after the introduction of the drug, and the active substance is already present in the affected area.
From the synovial fluid, the chondroprotector gradually penetrates deep into the tissues of the cartilage. Studies show that therapeutic concentration lasts about 48 hours. After another day, metabolic products leave the body through the urinary tract.
What's on sale?
"Chondrolone" in a pharmacy is represented by ampoules for injecting. If under the same name the seller offers pills, ointments, gels, then the buyer is faced with a fake product. The manufacturer pays attention: before paying for the purchase, it is necessary to check the packaging - for damage, integrity. Inside the cardboard box, not only ampoules are necessarily contained, but also an instruction explaining in detail how to use Chondrolon. The description indicates all the features of the action, as well as side effects of "Chondrolone", describes in detail groups of people for whom the medication is contraindicated. You must carefully read this material before use, so as not to be disappointed in use.
In each package, “Chondrolon” is represented by sealed ampoules. The volume of one container is 1 ml, inside there is 100 mg of powder. The medicine is white, intended for dilution in a special solution. Distilled water should be used as a liquid. One package contains 10 ampoules, designed for 10 applications.
Buy wisely
Before paying for the packaging, you need to check the expiration date. The manufacturer must indicate it on a cardboard box. There are cases when pharmaceutical sales outlets were not very attentive to the timely removal of expired drugs from the shelves. The use of such a tool can lead to an unpredictable effect.
The same manufacturer offers several other joint protection products. There are pills, gels, capsules that help restore the health of the musculoskeletal system. On sale, they are presented under the names "Chondroxide", "Chondrogard". As can be seen from the reviews, the result of using these drugs is also not bad. At the same time, it is categorically not recommended to choose a drug for yourself; If the doctor advised you to use the drug for injection, do not change it to ointment or gel.
Chondrolon: features of use
The drug is intended for administration in the form of an injection into the muscle. At the first stage of the course, one injection is made every day using one ampoule. Pure sterilized water is used to dilute the powder. The fourth use and further - with a double amount of the drug.
Usually the attending doctor gives recommendations on the use of Chondrolone. In some cases, the duration of the first part of the course is longer or shorter than recommended by the manufacturer. In another situation, the doctor may adjust the second stage of treatment. Also, the doctor selects the best dosage option, focusing on the features of the patient's condition.
When to apply?
As can be seen from the instructions, manufacturer's recommendations, “Chondrolon” shows a good effect with a wide range of lesions of the spine and joints. The drug is effective in degeneration, tissue degeneration. It is possible to achieve positive changes in the patient’s condition with the use of “Chondrolone” for arthritis of various joints, osteochondrosis that affects the spine.
Indicated indications are a list listed by the manufacturer in the instructions for use. But other chondroprotectors, based on the same component, are often used to stimulate bone growth (relevant for injuries, fractures), in the treatment of periodontal disease, periodontitis. Many doctors advise using Chondrolone in these situations, despite the lack of direct manufacturer recommendations.
When is it impossible?
The list of contraindications for Chondrolone is rather narrow. Like any other medication, this powder for injection can not be used if hypersensitivity, intolerance to any of the substances used in the manufacturing process of the medication is detected. Also, you can not use the drug with an increased sensitivity of the patient to metabolites formed during the splitting of the active component in the body.
"Chondrolone" can not be used if a tendency to bleeding is detected, if thrombophlebitis is diagnosed, which affects the deep, superficial veins.
Specific features
In general, Chondrolone is not used to treat children, pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers. At the same time, there is no official information on the effectiveness of such therapy, so the result is unpredictable. In some cases, the doctor can analyze the situation, weigh all the possible risks, explain them to the patient, on the basis of which to use “Chondrolon” with constant monitoring of the patient's condition. At the same time, they try to refuse to use the drug in such situations, if possible.
An allergic reaction may occur to the drug. As a rule, this is expressed by swelling of the face, itching of the skin. Urticaria may develop. A local hemorrhage (bruise) may form at the injection site. It is necessary to consult with your doctor. It is likely that with such symptoms, the use of the drug is ineffective, therefore, a drug withdrawal or an urgent replacement with another medication is required.