Improper lifestyle, injuries, poor environmental conditions, as well as hereditary factors are often the reasons for the development of pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. Such diseases cause a lot of discomfort and pain, and can cause a complete lack of mobility. Today in the pharmaceutical market you can find just an incredibly large number of different medicines that can significantly improve health indicators. One of these medicines is Arthra. You can study the instructions for use for this tool, as well as indications for use, contraindications, formulations, possible substitutes and opinions of patients and doctors about it in this article.
What you need to know about the composition of the drug and the form of release?
According to the instructions for use, “Artra” has two active components: glucosamine and chondroitin. Each of them is contained in an amount of 500 mg. In addition to this, the medicine also has such additional components as magnesium stearate, stearic acid, calcium phosphate, as well as sodium croscarmellose.
The form of release of this drug are tablets intended for oral use. The product is placed in a white plastic bottle, which may contain 30, 60, 100 or 120 tablets of “Artra”, instructions for use and reviews are described in this article. The pills are white, sometimes with a yellow tint, are coated and at the same time have a rather specific smell. On one side of the tablet you can see an inscription with the name of the medication.
Before using the drug, it is very important to read the instructions for use and reviews. “Arthra” injections are another form of drug release. This form is not as popular as tablets. But in some cases, doctors still prescribe her. Injections are intended specifically for intramuscular administration. Using the drug intravenously is prohibited.
You can also purchase the product in the form of a solution for oral administration. Most often, this form of release is intended for people who have received injuries of bone and cartilage.
Pharmacological features
The main purpose of this drug is to establish metabolic processes in bone and cartilage, as well as accelerate the process of tissue repair. With regular use, this medicine is able to gradually restore cartilage, as well as protect it from possible chemical damage. Also, the drug is able to produce an anti-inflammatory effect. However, this is not its main purpose, therefore, this effect is not very pronounced. Moreover, this drug is able to stimulate the body's production of collagen, hyaluronan and prothioglycans.
The drug "Arthra", the instructions for use of which are described in this article, are intended for oral use. Moreover, its bioavailability is about 25%. The maximum concentration of the active components of the drug is observed in the cartilage, as well as in the cells of the liver and kidneys. The drug is excreted from the body using the excretory system.
When will the use of the product be appropriate?
In fact, this drug is highly targeted. Its main purpose is considered to be the treatment of generative dystrophic diseases of the organs of the musculoskeletal system. Most often, the drug is prescribed for osteoporosis of all joints of the human body.
Are there any contraindications for use?
The drug "Artra" instruction for use does not allow use in cases where there are any contraindications for use. Consider in what cases the remedy is contraindicated:
- the presence of increased sensitivity in the patient to any component that can be found in the composition of this medication;
- since the drug is excreted from the body for the most part through the kidneys, you can not use this medication for patients who have serious pathologies of this organ.
In very rare cases, under the strict supervision of specialists, a medication can be used by people suffering from diabetes mellitus, asthma, or who have a tendency to develop bleeding. It is also not recommended to prescribe medicine to children.
The likelihood of unwanted effects
The drug "Artra", the instructions for which must be studied without fail before starting to use the medicine, very often leads to undesirable effects from the organs of the gastrointestinal tract. So many patients complain of such adverse reactions of the body as flatulence, diarrhea, as well as pain in the abdominal cavity.
If the patient has intolerance to any component that is part of this medication, then the onset of allergic reactions that make themselves felt in the form of a rash throughout the body, itching, and swelling of the lower extremities and face is not ruled out.
In rare cases, patients complain of negative consequences from the central nervous system. So pain in the head area may occur, as well as dizziness, weakness and confusion.
Sometimes the medicine leads to tachycardia, as well as to severe pain in the lower extremities.
The drug "Arthra": instructions for use
Reviews and analogues of the drug must be studied before starting its use. Only in this case, you can study all the nuances of use, and make the final decision on the appropriateness of its use.
According to the instructions, the drug should be taken for the first 3-4 weeks, one capsule twice a day. After this period, the dosage should be reduced, and take one tablet per day. At the same time, the treatment period is completely individual. Some may take a couple of months, and some may take several years.
The tool can be used by adults, as well as persons who have reached the age of fifteen. At the same time, doctors recommend undergoing treatment with courses with two-week breaks. In this case, the effect of therapy will be maximum.
Injections "Artra" instructions for use describes as a tool that is intended for intramuscular use. The dosage is selected for each patient individually. However, most often, doctors prescribe a daily dosage of the drug in 0.1 g. If such a dose is well absorbed by the body, then after a few days it can be increased to 0.2 g per day. Typically, the course of treatment is about 30-35 injections. After injecting therapy, a half-year break is usually taken. After this, the treatment is recommended to be repeated.
Some patients are interested in knowing if Arthra Powder exists. Instructions for use with this medicine reports that instead of the powder, this medicine is available in the form of a solution for oral use. Doctors recommend taking this medication directly with meals. A single dose is one tablespoon, which you can take with any meal. Usually the therapeutic course is about 3-4 months, but if necessary, it can be extended up to six months.
Is an overdose of this medication possible?
According to medical data, there have not yet been cases leading to an overdose of this drug. However, if this happens, it can lead to negative reactions from the digestive system. In this case, be sure to seek help from a medical institution for gastric lavage. If necessary, you will be given symptomatic therapy.
A few words about the interaction with other drugs
The drug "Artra", instructions and analogues of which are described in this article, doctors do not recommend combining with some types of antibacterial drugs. So, this medication can lead to an increase in the absorption of tetracyclines, as well as significantly reduce the effectiveness of drugs containing semisynthetic penicillins.
Please note that this medicine can be safely combined with non-steroidal drugs that have anti-inflammatory effects on the body, as well as with corticosteroids.
Features of purchase and storage
Artra tablets, the instructions for use and analogues of which are described in this article, can be bought at almost any pharmacy without a prescription. However, in no case do not self-medicate at home, since only an experienced specialist should prescribe treatment. The product should be stored in a dry, dark place at room temperature. Keep the product away from children's eyes and hands. The shelf life of the drug is five years from the date of its manufacture. However, note that improper storage conditions of the drug will significantly reduce its shelf life.
Important notes
In some cases, the Arthra medication, the instructions for use and analogues of which are described in this article, leads to increased fatigue and dizziness. Therefore, it is very important to monitor your health. If the remedy leads to the appearance of negative consequences from the central nervous system, and leads to dizziness and weakness, it is not recommended to drive a car or operate complex mechanisms.
If, against the background of the use of the medicine, you notice negative effects on the part of the digestive system, doctors strongly recommend lowering the dosage to the maximum possible. If such effects do not disappear, then you need to abandon the use of the drug. Also, the drug should not be used if during its long-term use positive effects were not detected.
Are there similar facilities?
Before using the drug "Artra", analogues and instructions for use should be carefully studied. Analogues are those medicines that have similar active components in their composition, and also have a similar effect on the body. In the modern pharmaceutical market you can find a large number of substitutes for the medicine "Arthra". However, you can buy them only after the approval of your doctor. Do not forget that self-treatment quite often leads to negative consequences. So, we will consider with the help of which medicines it is possible to replace the Arthra medication:
- "Kondronova";
- Biartrin
- Sinoart;
- Tazan
- Zinaxin and others.
All of the above medicines are time-tested and very effective. However, if they are misused, there is a high risk of negative reactions.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
According to the instructions, "Arthra" is a medicine that can be used by adults as well as adolescents, starting from the age of fifteen. It is also not recommended to take the product for pregnant and lactating women. Only in some cases, doctors make exceptions, and are allowed to take medication for the fair sex during lactation. But in such a situation, the baby should be transferred to artificial feeding.
Opinions of doctors and patients
The drug "Arthra 120" describes the instructions for use as a medication that can significantly improve the condition of cartilage tissue. In fact, the reviews about this medication are far from mixed. Some patients indicate that the medicine really works, and the treatment is very easy to tolerate. Others say that the use of this medication is completely meaningless, and even leads to the emergence of a large number of undesirable reactions.
However, according to doctors, the remedy is really very effective. It contains ingredients that are natural components of inter-articular fluid, as well as cartilage tissue. Therefore, with regular use of the drug, these components replenish their lack in the body.
What is very important, the medicine has a high concentration of active substances, so the effect of its use will be relatively quick. However, you should not expect that your health will improve in two days. Positive results can be seen only with prolonged use of the medication.
However, many doctors advise using the drug "Arthra" in conjunction with other drugs designed to treat pathologies of diseases associated with the movement system.
The medicine really works, but the first results can be expected only after three months of regular use.
Conclusion
The drug "Arthra" is a very effective tool designed to treat and normalize pathologies associated with bone and cartilage. The tool is effective in itself, and also has a large number of analogues. Before using this medication, be sure to consult a doctor. It will help you choose the right form of release, as well as determine the optimal dosage.
The medicine has a really good rating among doctors, but the maximum effect can be achieved if you deal with complex treatment. Usually, doctors prescribe several medications at once. In this case, a good effect will come much faster. And in no case do not forget about a balanced diet. Properly selected products will enhance the effect of any medication.