| fic evidence collected from random studies support | | | | swelling and joint pain associated with Rheumatoid |
| the use of glucosamine supplements for treating | | | | Arthritis. Moderate to severe Knee Osteo-arthritis. |
| some forms of arthritis. Many believe that | | | | - Evidence supports using liquid glucosamine to treat |
| glucosamine acts in the protection, rebuilding, and | | | | knee osteoarthritis. |
| strengthening of the joint cartilage of humans and | | | | Dosage |
| pets. | | | | Liquid glucosamine is more readily absorbed by the |
| Liquid glucosamine is frequently used to treat | | | | body and therefore is the preferred method of |
| osteoarthritis with only minor rare side effects. In | | | | consummation. The liquid formulas are also easier to |
| many cases, glucosamine can be used to effectively | | | | administer to animals and people who dislike taking |
| treat joint issues and then prescription non-steroidal | | | | multiple pills. 1500 mg is the recommended daily dose. |
| anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) are not | | | | Specific dose is dependent on individual weight. |
| needed. | | | | Warning, Side Effects, and Allergies |
| NSAIDS tend to be effective and fast acting but | | | | Glucosamine is made using the shells of crab, shrimp, |
| should be avoided if possible due to the many serious | | | | as well as other kinds of shell fish. |
| side effects, such as: shortness of breath, fluid | | | | Although glucosamine is considered a safe and |
| retention, liver failure, kidney failure, ulcers, and | | | | effective supplement, consult a medical professional |
| dizziness. | | | | before taking glucosamine supplements if any of |
| With age, the normal natural production of | | | | these conditions are present: An allergy to shell fish, |
| glucosamine in the body declines. However, a steady | | | | sensitivity to iodine, pregnant or breast feeding, |
| supply of glucosamine is still necessary for the body | | | | asthma problems, those under the age of eighteen. |
| to keep joints and cartilage flexible as well as pain | | | | Side effects are rare but may include: |
| injury free. | | | | Stomach upset, Headache, Diarrhea Constipation, |
| Glucosamine supplements have been tested in animals | | | | Rash |
| and people. Studies found effectiveness and safety | | | | Liquid glucosamine relieves joint pain faster than pill or |
| for glucosamine for treating the following conditions. | | | | powder forms. How fast the pain is improved |
| As always, consult a health care professional for | | | | depends on the consistency of the dose and the |
| specific information about individual circumstances. | | | | overall health of the patient. |
| General Osteoarthritis | | | | Most pets have some relief in a matter of days to a |
| - Animal and people studies report benefits of liquid | | | | few weeks. People usually tend to take a bit longer...a |
| glucosamine for treating osteoarthritis for many joints | | | | couple weeks to a couple months. Remember the |
| in the body. Evidence shows glucosamine is | | | | glucosamine is not just masking the pain, but it's |
| particularly beneficial for knee pain. Benefits included | | | | working to repair the joint damage. |
| better joint functionality and also as relief of pain. | | | | That's a critical difference between slower-acting and |
| Knee Rehabilitation after injury | | | | less side-effects glucosamine compared to the |
| - Glucosamine improved the flexibility of athletes with | | | | faster-acting more serious side-effects NSAIDS. |
| acute injuries in the knee; however, the amount of | | | | Always ALWAYS check out the side effects of |
| pain was not improved. Rheumatoid Arthritis | | | | supplements and medications before taking them |
| - Glucosamine improved the symptoms, namely | | | | yourself or giving any to your family or pets! |