Arthra is a synthetic medicine used for long-term therapy of osteoarthritis.
Therapeutic properties of the drug "Arthra"
The instruction shows that the active substances that are part of the medication take part in the reproduction of connective tissue, prevent the destruction of cartilage, stimulate the formation of a healthy cartilage matrix and promote tissue regeneration. Reviews indicate that during the treatment of osteoarthritis, the need for anti-inflammatory non-steroid drugs is reduced and the symptoms of pathology are relieved. In addition, the medication has a moderate anti-inflammatory effect. A medicine is produced in the form of white oval tablets with a specific odor. The active components of the drug are sodium chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine hydrochloride. Auxiliary components include stearic acid, magnesium stearate, disubstituted sulfate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium.
Indications for the use of the medicine "Arthra"
The instruction explains that the drug is prescribed for the treatment of osteoarthrosis of the spine. With the help of a medication, degenerative changes in peripheral joints are also treated .
Contraindications to the use of Arthra
The instruction says a ban on the use of the drug with severe renal dysfunction, hypersensitivity to tablets. Do not use the medicine during pregnancy. Due to insufficient data on the effect of the drug on the child's body, the drug is contraindicated for patients under 15 years of age.
The medicine "Arthra": instructions for use
During the treatment of osteoarthritis, it is necessary to prepare for the long-term use of the drug, since the therapeutic effect can be achieved only after six months of taking the tablets. The first three weeks, adults and adolescents after 15 years of age must take one capsule twice a day. After this period of therapy, the interval between use of the drug is increased to once a day. Therapy of osteoarthritis can be performed with the simultaneous administration of glucocorticoid drugs.
When carrying out treatment, it is necessary to take into account that the medication increases the absorption of tetracycline drugs, and also reduces the effectiveness of semisynthetic penicillins.
Side effects of the drug "Arthra"
The instruction informs that the drug is well tolerated by patients. However, side effects are still present. In some cases, the use of tablets can cause constipation, allergic reactions, epigastric pain, diarrhea, dizziness, flatulence.
Price and storage conditions
Pills "Arthra" instruction recommends putting it away from children. The drug retains its medicinal properties for five years. The cost of the medicine may vary slightly in different regions and is approximately 635 rubles.