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Chondroitin
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Chondroitin (Chondroitin
Sulfate, chondroitin sulfuric acid, and chonsurid) are substances found
naturally in the body. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a large
protein molecule (proteoglycan) that gives cartilage elasticity.
It has been reported that chondroitin may be involved in the production
of cartilage that is important for healthy joints, and has been has
been used for the alleviation of the symptoms of arthritis. Chondroitin
are sold as dietary or nutritional supplements. They are extracted from
animal tissue such as tracheas or shark cartilage.
Chondroitin is
often combined with
Glucosamine in the
treatment of the symptoms of arthritis.
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Purchase Online
You can get Chondroitin Supplements online
at stores below:
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Drugstore.com
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The
Vitamin Shoppe
Americas Health
Superstore and leading value price retailer of vitamins, supplements, and
everything else for good health and nutrition. Over 25,000 products from more
than 400 national brands at the lowest possible value price every day.
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Puritan's Pride
Puritan's Pride
manufactures over 1,000 high quality vitamins, minerals, herbs and other
nutritional supplements in their own state-of-the-art facilities and produces
supplements in every available form, including tablets, two-piece capsules,
softgels, powders and liquids.
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 MotherNature.com
Great selections of quality, all-natural products for a healthy lifestyle, including vitamins and minerals, supplements, herbs, and more.
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WebVitamins.com
Offers one of the largest selections of the finest vitamins, herbs and minerals brands available anywhere. They make their marketing and purchasing decisions to maintain their products the lowest prices in the industry.
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Benefits
Past studies show that some people with mild to moderate
osteoarthritis (OA) taking chondroitin sulfate reported pain relief at a level
similar to that of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin
and ibuprofen. Some research indicates that the supplements might also slow
cartilage damage in people with OA. Definitive results about the effects of
these supplements are expected from an in-depth clinical study currently being
conducted by the National Institutes of Health.
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Side Effects
The most common side effects are
increased intestinal gas and softened stools. If you experience these
problems, you might want to try another supplement brand before you stop using
them altogether. Although uncommon, allergic reactions to chondroitin
have been reported. Stop taking chondroitin and seek emergency medical
attention if you experience symptoms of a serious allergic reaction including
difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue,
or face; or hives.
More studies need to be done to
confirm the safety and effectiveness of the supplements. Be sure to contact
your doctor if you notice any unusual or new symptoms while you are taking
them.
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Recommendations
If you decide to take these supplements,
consult your doctor about the proper dosage. The amount used in studies of
chondroitin sulfate, 1,200 mg per day was used.
You can try the supplements along
with your current medications for six to eight weeks. If you don't experience
any difference in your symptoms within a few months, you probably will not
get any relief from using the supplements.
Children, women who are pregnant,
and women who could become pregnant should not take these supplements. They
have not been studied long enough to determine their effects on a child or
on a developing fetus.
If you are taking chondroitin sulfate
in addition to a blood-thinning medication or daily aspirin therapy, have
your blood clotting time checked more often. This supplement is similar in
structure to the blood-thinning drug heparin, and the combination may cause
bleeding in some people.
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