Orthofort Tablet
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Product introduction
Orthofort Tablet is a prescription medicine that is used to treat arthralgia (joint pain). It also provides nutrition to the joints which help in becoming them stronger.
Orthofort Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, indigestion, and urine discoloration. These side effects are well tolerated. However, if they worsen with time, please consult your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised to avoid intake of alcohol while taking this medicine.
Orthofort Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, indigestion, and urine discoloration. These side effects are well tolerated. However, if they worsen with time, please consult your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised to avoid intake of alcohol while taking this medicine.
Uses of Orthofort Tablet
Benefits of Orthofort Tablet
In Arthralgia (joint pain)
Arthralgia is a condition with pain and stiffness in the joints. Orthofort Tablet is a combination medicine that helps in the treatment of arthralgia. It reduces pain and swelling in the joints. It also reduces stiffness and helps in easy movement. Orthofort Tablet if taken at the start of symptoms of arthralgia might repair any damaged joints. This will help you do your daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. Orthofort Tablet should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. You should continue taking it until your doctor asks you to stop.
Side effects of Orthofort Tablet
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 Orthofort
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Urine discoloration
How to use Orthofort Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Orthofort Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Orthofort Tablet works
Orthofort Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Diacerein, Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride, Methyl Sulfonyl Methane and Methylcobalamin which relieve osteoarthritis symptoms. Diacerein and Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride are proteoglycan synthesis stimulators whereas Methyl Sulfonyl Methane (MSM) is a nutritional supplement. Together they help in building cartilage (soft tissue that cushions the joints) leading to joint repair. They also lower inflammation (swelling) of the joints. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which has pain relieving action.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Orthofort Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Orthofort Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Orthofort Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Orthofort Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Orthofort Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Orthofort Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Orthofort Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Orthofort Tablet, 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
- You have been prescribed Orthofort Tablet for the treatment of joint pain.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of being allergic to shellfish.
- You will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level while taking Orthofort Tablet.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any blood thinners like warfarin or if you have any scheduled surgery.
- Do light exercise or take physical therapy to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication.
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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
- Combs Jr. GF, McClung JP. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. 5th ed. Westborough, MA: Academic Press; 2017.
- Coates PM, Betz JM, Blackman MR, et al. (Editors). Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press; 2010.
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