Question 1

is it safe to take glucosamine daily and how much is recommended for a 54 year old woman on no other medications?

Accepted Answer

You can take it : Usually the dose is about 1500mg a day.  I cannot promise you it will help you at all.i'm uncertain what you're taking her for but you can discuss this with your physician. You need a correct diagnosis before you start any type of therapy, even therapy that doesn't work

Question 2

i am on blood thinning medication can i also take glucosamine ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, there is no problem taking glucosamine. Make sure that you talk to your doctor about which foods to avoid if you are on a blood thinner.

Question 3

i keep reading about doctors prescribingglucosaminefor arthritis. will this medication help my back pain?

Accepted Answer

Back pain: Its available otc. Your doctor does not have to prescribe it. It can be tried to see if its helpful.

Question 4

i'm starting a new medication for sleep and anxiety but it's sedative in the morning.  should that wear off?   thanks.  prescription is glucosamine.

Accepted Answer

???????: Glucosamine does not treat anxiety or depression and does not cause sedation. Are you sure that is the correct med? Do you mean you are a med plus glucosamine?

Question 5

can i take glucosamine 500mg after a shot of avaxim 160u vaccination. the doctor said not to take medication for a week but is daily glucosamine fine?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacist: Your pharmacist may be able to answer your question best as he/she may have more information about this vaccine and interactions.

Question 6

my doctor suggested that i take donna (glucosamine). is this drug safe ?

Accepted Answer

Safe: Unless you have a shellfish allergy, glucosamine is generally a safe dietary supplement. Its efficacy has been argued over for years. The goal of taking it is to allow the body's cartilage to repair itself and stay healthy. If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis and you want to try it, take it for three months and see if it works to alleviate pain or stiffness.

Question 7

does  an inflamation in quadricep heals without taking  any of the non setroid inflamatory drugs..i am taking vitamins instead like b12 / magnesium /glucosamine/ vit d..
i feel slight recovery progress .plz advise..

Accepted Answer

Yes, but needs time: NSAIDS, unless contraindicated, would speed up recovery, wish you wellness

Question 8

is it safe for to ve 1 cup green tea p/day [am taking omeprazole, glucosamine sulfate, gabapentin and calcium & other supplments]without drug interactio?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Green tea will not interact with the stated medications. It does interact other medications particularly Coumadin (warfarin). Though you can green tea with coumadin, you must notify your physician how much you drink/week. The Coumadin dose would be increased accordingly. Green tea provides valuable anti-oxidants which are active as anti-inflammatory agents.

Question 9

how can glucosamine work on our bodies?

Accepted Answer

See details: This is a substance naturally made in humans and is used by the body to make certain components of cartilage. It is marketed as a supplement to treat osteoarthritis and is often combined with chondroitin and msm. Its proponents believe it benefits cartilage structure and alleviates the pain of oa. The evidence for this remains controversial but many studies have shown positive results.

Question 10

does glucosamine works on 80+ years old lady?

Accepted Answer

As well as anyone: Else.  Many physicians and patients think it is usefull in alleviating knee and other joint pain. The theory is the supplement provides building blocks for critical joint elements.

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A member asked:

Is it safe to take glucosamine daily and how much is recommended for a 54 year old woman on no other medications?

A member asked:

I am on blood thinning medication can i also take glucosamine ?

A member asked:

I keep reading about doctors prescribingglucosaminefor arthritis. will this medication help my back pain?

A member asked:

I'm starting a new medication for sleep and anxiety but it's sedative in the morning. should that wear off? thanks. prescription is glucosamine.

A member asked:

Can i take glucosamine 500mg after a shot of avaxim 160u vaccination. the doctor said not to take medication for a week but is daily glucosamine fine?

A member asked:

My doctor suggested that i take donna (glucosamine). is this drug safe ?

A member asked:

Does an inflamation in quadricep heals without taking any of the non setroid inflamatory drugs..i am taking vitamins instead like b12 / magnesium /glucosamine/ vit d.. i feel slight recovery progress .plz advise..

A member asked:

Is it safe for to ve 1 cup green tea p/day [am taking omeprazole, glucosamine sulfate, gabapentin and calcium & other supplments]without drug interactio?

A member asked:

How can glucosamine work on our bodies?

A member asked:

Does glucosamine works on 80+ years old lady?

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