Viartril Sachet
Product introduction
Viartril Sachet is a medicine used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It helps in the formation of cartilage and keeps the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility. This way it relieves the pain and swelling in the joints.
Viartril Sachet is to be taken with food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until that doctor tells you it is alright to stop. Along with taking the medicine, exercise regularly to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight.
The use of this medicine may cause some common side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and heartburn. If these side effects do no go away with time or bother you, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Viartril Sachet is to be taken with food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until that doctor tells you it is alright to stop. Along with taking the medicine, exercise regularly to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight.
The use of this medicine may cause some common side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and heartburn. If these side effects do no go away with time or bother you, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Viartril Sachet
Side effects of Viartril Sachet
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 Viartril
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Heartburn
How to use Viartril Sachet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Viartril Sachet is to be taken with food.
How Viartril Sachet works
Viartril Sachet is a proteoglycan synthesis stimulator that relieves osteoarthritis symptoms. It helps in the formation of cartilage (the soft tissue that cushions the joints) and keeps the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Viartril Sachet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Viartril Sachet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Viartril Sachet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Viartril Sachet 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 Viartril Sachet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Viartril Sachet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Viartril Sachet?
If you miss a dose of Viartril Sachet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Viartril Sachet is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of being allergic to shellfish or to glucosamine.
- You will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level while taking Viartril Sachet.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any blood thinners like warfarin or if you have any scheduled surgery.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino Sugar
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Proteoglycan Synthesis Stimulator
Interaction with drugs
Taking Viartril with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Glucosamine may raise blood levels of the active form of Warfarin.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your blood sugar level.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine). Your doctor may mon
No significant interaction is generally observed.
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms during the simultaneous us
No significant interaction is generally observed.
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms during the simultaneous us
No significant interaction is generally observed.
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms during the simultaneous us
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Viartril Sachet actually work in joint pain?
The evidence on the effectiveness of Viartril Sachet in reducing pain is controversial. Some patients report that Viartril Sachet has helped reduce arthritis pain, stiffness, and mild to moderate osteoarthritis pain. In fact, there is some evidence that Viartril Sachet has beneficial effects on the cartilage by slowing down the cartilage breakdown in the joints.
Can Viartril Sachet cause liver damage?
In research studies, Viartril Sachet has not been found to raise the liver enzymes or cause any damage. However, there are few recent reports of liver injury while using the products containing Viartril Sachet. The chances of liver injury are more if the patient has been suffering from chronic liver disease.
Is Viartril Sachet bad for kidneys?
The effect of Viartril Sachet on kidneys is not confirmatory. Viartril Sachet is mostly metabolized and broken down by the liver. However, there are some reports of kidney damage caused due to Viartril Sachet, but there is a lack of conclusive evidence. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with kidney damage and kidney function should be regularly monitored. Do consult your doctor before you start using this medication. Also, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
What are the precautions I should follow while taking Viartril Sachet?
Do consult your doctor before you start taking this medication and ensure to be cautious if you have diabetes or high blood glucose levels, high risk of heart disease or asthma. You should also be cautious if you are allergic to shellfish or are taking blood-thinning medicines like warfarin. Do tell your doctor if you have any of the above conditions before he prescribes you this medication.
Is it safe to take Viartril Sachet while taking blood-thinning medication?
No, it is not safe to take Viartril Sachet while taking blood-thinning medications like warfarin or coumadin. The reason being, this medication interacts with the blood thinners and boosts the effect of the blood-thinning medication, thereby reducing the blood’s ability to form a clot in case of bleeding episodes. Therefore, patients taking any blood-thinning medicine should consult their doctor before starting this medication.
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Marketer details
Name: Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: “Elder House” Plot No. C-9, Dalia Industrial Estate, Off Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053.
Country of origin: India
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