The medicine "Chondroxide forte" (tablets, gel)refers to drugs that promote tissue regeneration, NSAIDs. The active ingredients are chondroitin sulfate, meloxicam. The drug has a complex effect, inhibits the development of osteochondrosis and osteoarthritis, has analgesic effect. High molecular weight mucopolysaccharide, chondroitin sulfate, is a natural component of cartilage tissue. The compound stabilizes the process of phosphorus-calcium metabolism, inhibits enzymes that cause destruction in the cartilage. The component helps restore joint surfaces, reduce soreness and increase their mobility. Meloxicam has an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. The component does not negatively affect the cartilaginous tissue, being a chondrojetral preparation. Meloksikam reduces the number of inflammatory mediators and pain (prostaglandins) in the affected area.
Means "Chondroxide forte". Indications
Medication prescribed for complex treatmentdiseases in the locomotor apparatus of a degenerative dystrophic nature. The indications include osteochondrosis, osteoarthritis, other diseases complicated by pain syndrome.
The drug "Chondroxide forte". Contraindications
External is not recommended remedy for violationsthe integrity of the skin on the sites of the intended application. Contraindications include age to 12 years, hypersensitivity. With caution, the appointment is made in disorders of kidney and liver, pathologies in the digestive system of pronounced course (with the stage of exacerbation of the ulcer), in old age, with blood diseases. Drug "Chondroxide forte" is contraindicated in lactation and pregnancy
Dosing regimen
Inside the drug is assigned to 2 tablets twicein a day. Outerly apply a thin layer of liniment length from a centimeter to five. The frequency of use is no more than three times a day. After applying externally, wash hands thoroughly. The duration of application is determined by a specialist and depends on the severity of the pathology and therapeutic effectiveness.
Side effects
The drug "Chondroxide forte" (reviews of specialiststestify to this) is carried over basically satisfactorily. Allergic reactions are possible against the background of individual intolerance. In particular, when used externally there is redness, itching, irritation. In case of appearance of negative reactions it is necessary to consult a specialist.
additional information
With external application,low systemic absorption. In this regard, when using a gel, an overdose is unlikely. Theoretically, allergies, irritation, dryness, rashes on the skin are possible. If such phenomena occur, you need to consult a doctor. In practice, cases of drug interaction with other medicinal products that have clinical significance are not described. It does not have a sedative effect, it does not affect psychomotor reactions.
