Carticost-D Capsule
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Product introduction
Carticost-D Capsule is a combination of three medicines. It is prescribed for treatment of osteoarthritis. It reduces pain and swelling by reducing inflammation. It also reduces friction in the joints and provide comfort during physical movements.
Carticost-D Capsule may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, heartburn, and discoloration of urine. If you experienced any such side effects that does not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Carticost-D Capsule
Benefits of Carticost-D Capsule
In Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints of your hands, knees, hips and spine. Carticost-D Capsule helps you manage the symptoms of especially knee and hip osteoarthritis and restore mobility. Apart from this, Carticost-D Capsule might help in joint repair if taken at the start of symptoms. Mild symptoms of osteoarthritis can sometimes be managed by doing light exercises, losing weight and by wearing a suitable footwear.
Side effects of Carticost-D Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Carticost-D
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Heartburn
- Urine discoloration
How to use Carticost-D Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Carticost-D Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Carticost-D Capsule works
Carticost-D Capsule is a combination of three medicines: Glucosamine, Diacerein and Methyl Sulfonyl Methane, which treats osteoarthritis. Glucosamine and Diacerein are proteoglycan synthesis stimulators while Methyl Sulfonyl Methane (MSM) is a nutritional supplement. Together, they help in the building of cartilage (the soft tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. MSM additionally lowers inflammation (swelling) of the joints.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Carticost-D Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Carticost-D Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Carticost-D Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Carticost-D Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Carticost-D Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Carticost-D Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Carticost-D Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Carticost-D Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Carticost-D Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Carticost-D Capsule helps in relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis.
- It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
- Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.
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Patients taking Carticost-D Capsule
Once A Day
62%
Twice A Day
38%
FAQs
What are the storage conditions for Carticost-D Capsule?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Can the use of Carticost-D Capsule cause indigestion?
Carticost-D Capsule may cause indigestion. Take it with or after food to avoid Indigestion. Talk to your doctor if indigestion persists.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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- ScienceDirect. Methyl Sulfonyl Methane. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Diacerein, Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride & Methylsulfonylmethane [Patient Information Sheet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.; 2013. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from:
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