Description
Latin name
Structum
packaging 60 pcs
Pharmacological action
Structum – chondrostimulating, regenerating, anti-inflammatory.
Pharmacodynamics
Affects metabolic processes in hyaline and fibrous cartilage, reduces degenerative changes in the cartilage of the joints, stimulates the biosynthesis of glycosaminoglycans. It slows down bone resorption and reduces calcium loss, accelerates bone tissue repair processes. Reduces soreness and increases the mobility of affected joints. The therapeutic effect persists for a long time after the end of the course of treatment.
Pharmacokinetics of
More than 70% of chondroitin sulfate is absorbed in the digestive tract. With a single oral administration, Cmax in plasma is reached after 3-4 hours, in synovial fluid (where the drug accumulates) after 4-5 hours. Bioavailability is 13%. It is excreted by the kidneys.
Indications
Osteoarthritis osteochondrosis of the spine.
Contraindications
pregnancy
lactation (breastfeeding)
hypersensitivity to the drug.
Pregnancy and lactation
Not recommended due to lack of sufficient clinical data.
Composition
1 capsule contains:
Active ingredient:
chondroitin sodium sulfate 500 mg
Excipients:
talcum powder 10 mg
Composition of capsule shell (body and cap): indigo carmine, titanium dioxide, gelatin
Dosage and administration
Inside, with water. Adults and teenagers from 15 years old – 1 g / day: 2 capsules (250 mg) or 1 capsule (500 mg) 2 times a day. The recommended duration of the initial course is 6 months, the period of action of the drug after its withdrawal is 3-5 months, depending on the location and stage of the disease, the duration of the repeated courses is determined by the doctor.
Side effects
Rarely: allergic reaction, nausea, diarrhea.
Drug Interaction
The simultaneous use of the drug Structum may increase the effect of indirect anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents and fibrinolytics.
Storage conditions
The product should be stored out of reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.
Shelf life
3 years.
Active ingredient
Chondroitin sulf empowered
dosage form
capsules
Possible product names
Strepsils Express spray 20 ml Item
Structum capsules 0.5 g, 60 pcs.
STRUCTURE 0.5 N60 CAPSE
Structum 500mg Caps. X60
STRUCTUM 500MG. No. 60 CAPS.
Structum caps 500mg N60
