Diacerein (50mg)+ Glucosamine (750mg)
Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet 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, urine discoloration, and heartburn. 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Cartiz-GM
10 tablets
Ritz Pharma
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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. Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Diacerein and Glucosamine, which relieves osteoarthritis symptoms. It helps in the formation of cartilage (the soft tissue that cushions the joints) and keep the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
It is not known whether Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Some early researches suggest that the presence of glucosamine in this drug might worsen insulin resistance which can lead to an increase in blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. So, it is important that you inform your doctor if have diabetes. But now, according to recent studies it has been seen that even though glucosamine is a type of sugar, it does not appear to affect blood sugar levels or insulin sensitivity. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
You may need to take Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet for four to six weeks before you notice any improvement. If your symptoms do not improve by that time, then it is advisable for you to talk to your doctor about other ways of managing your arthritis.
Yes, people taking blood-thinning medicines, such as warfarin, should talk to their doctor before taking Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of bleeding.
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container 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.
According to some recent studies, it has been found that using Cartiz-GM 50mg/750mg Tablet has been linked with increased ocular pressure (IOP) in patients with a history of ocular hypertension. This is due to the presence of glucosamine in this medicine. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
