Manufacturer: Kenn Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Diacerein, Glucosamine(375mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Cartiken Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Cartiken Plus 50 mg/750 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It reduces pain and swelling by reducing inflammation. It also reduces friction in the joints and makes physical movements more comfortable and pain free.
The pharmacokinetics characteristics of diacerein are about the same in young healthy volunteers and elderly people with normal renal function, both after a single dose (50 mg) or repeated doses (25 to 75 mg twice daily). Rhein kinetics after single oral doses of diacerein are linear in the range 50 to 200 mg,Glucosamine was rapidly absorbed after oral administration and its pharmacokinetics were linear in the dose range 750-1,500 mg, but not at 3,000 mg, where the plasma concentration-time profiles were less than expected based on dose-proportionality.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cartiken
Nausea
Diarrhea
Constipation
Urine discoloration
Heartburn
Diacerein + Glucosamine helps in relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis.
It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. ...
It may increase your blood sugar level. ...
Side effects such as Nausea, Diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and indigestion may occur with Diacerein + Glucosamine.
Information regarding the use of Cartiken Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cartiken Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Cartiken Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution Below 9years: Contraindicated
Cartiken Plus 50 mg/750 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It reduces pain and swelling by reducing inflammation. It also reduces friction in the joints and makes physical movements more comfortable and pain free.
Taking DIACEREIN+GLUCOSAMINE may either enhance the cartilage and fluid surrounding joints or prevent both components' breakdown. Both in combination helps in the formation of cartilage (the soft tissue that cushions the joints) and makes the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Cartiken Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cartiken Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cartiken Tablet helps in relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis.
It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
It may increase your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your levels regularly.
Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.
Q. Is it safe to take Cartiken Tablet if I have diabetes?
Some early researches suggest that the presence of glucosamine in this drug might worsen insulin resistance which can lead to an increase in blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. So, it is important that you inform your doctor if have diabetes. But now, according to recent studies it has been seen that even though glucosamine is a type of sugar, it does not appear to affect blood sugar levels or insulin sensitivity. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Q. How long will Cartiken Tablet take to show an effect?
You may need to take Cartiken Tablet for four to six weeks before you notice any improvement. If your symptoms do not improve by that time, then it is advisable for you to talk to your doctor about other ways of managing your arthritis.
Q. Are there any special precautions that need to be taken while taking Cartiken Tablet?
Yes, people taking blood-thinning medicines, such as warfarin, should talk to their doctor before taking Cartiken Tablet as it may increase the risk of bleeding.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Cartiken Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Does the use of Cartiken Tablet increase the chances of developing glaucoma?
According to some recent studies, it has been found that using Cartiken Tablet has been linked with increased ocular pressure (IOP) in patients with a history of ocular hypertension. This is due to the presence of glucosamine in this medicine. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
