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Chondrosulf in capsules is a medicine containing chondroitin. It is recommended for adults (aged over 15 years) to treat pain and functional discomfort in osteoarthritis of the knee and hip.
Chondrosulf is a slow-acting medicine, its effect may be delayed for approximately 2 months and continue after treatment is stopped.
Composition of Chondrosulf 400, sodium chondroitin sulfate medicine
The active substance is Chondroitin sulfate sodium in the amount of 400 mg for one capsule. Another component of this medicine is magnesium stearate. The capsule shell is made up of gelatin, E132 (indigotine) and E104 (quinoline yellow).
Dosage of Chondrosulf 400 mg
This medication for osteoarthritis should be taken at a dosage of 1 capsule 400 mg 3 times a day, preferably with meals. Taking Chondrosulf is reserved for people over 15 years old.
The duration of treatment depends on clinical results. It should be borne in mind that the effect is delayed for 2 months and may continue after stopping treatment.
Precautions for use of Chondrosulf osteoarthritis medication
This Chondrosulf medication is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Known allergy to one of the constituents including excipients.
Like all medicines, Chondrosulf can cause side effects in some people such as skin rashes or digestive problems. If in doubt, you should notify your doctor.
Packaging: box of 84 capsules.
Occasionally to relieve pain, it is possible to use Diclofenac patches on the affected joints.
Please read the following full disclosure before purchasing or using this product.
How to take Chondrosulf 1200 mg
This product contains chondroitin sulfate, commonly used for osteoarthritis of the knee or hip.
Dosage (adults only, age 15+)
Take 1,200 mg per day, which equals:
• Three 400 mg capsules per day
• Take one capsule three times daily
• Take with meals
• Swallow the capsules whole with a large glass of water
Important notes
• This medication works slowly. Benefits usually appear after about 2 months
• The effect may continue even after stopping the treatment
• Duration of use depends on symptom improvement
English translation of the product information
Product Information Summary
ANSM – Updated January 15, 2024
1. Product Name
CHONDROSULF 400 mg capsules
2. Qualitative and Quantitative Composition
Chondroitin sulfate sodium: 400 mg per capsule
Contains sodium as an excipient.
3. Pharmaceutical Form
Capsule
4. Clinical Information
4.1 Therapeutic Indications
Symptomatic treatment with delayed effect for osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.
4.2 Dosage and Method of Administration
Adults only (over 15 years old)
Dosage
3 capsules of 400 mg per day, totaling 1,200 mg daily
Method of administration
Oral use
Capsules should be swallowed whole with a large glass of water
Frequency
Divide the daily dose into three doses per day, taken with meals
Duration of treatment
Treatment duration depends on clinical response. The effect is delayed by approximately 2 months and may persist after treatment is stopped.
4.3 Contraindications
• Allergy to any component
• Children under 15 years old
4.4 Warnings and Precautions
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
Contains 36.5 mg of sodium per capsule, which represents 1.8 percent of the WHO recommended daily maximum sodium intake for adults
4.5 Drug Interactions
None known
4.6 Fertility, Pregnancy, and Breastfeeding
Not recommended due to lack of data
4.7 Effects on Driving or Using Machines
None
4.8 Side Effects
Skin reactions
• Redness
• Hives
• Eczema
• Rash, possibly with itching or swelling
Digestive effects
• Rare cases of nausea or vomiting
Nervous system
• Dizziness, frequency unknown
Reporting side effects is important and can be done via the French national pharmacovigilance system (ANSM).
4.9 Overdose
No clinical or biological signs observed with overdose. If adverse effects occur, treat symptomatically.
5. Pharmacological Properties
Chondroitin sulfate helps inhibit cartilage degradation and stimulates cartilage matrix synthesis. Its effect is slow and long-lasting.
Prescription Status
This medication does not require a prescription.
