ORTHOBOON

Overview

ORTHOBOON is a Schedule H drug.

ORTHOBOON is composed of: GLUCOSAMINE (750 MG), ASCORBIC ACID (50 MG), COLLAGEN PEPTIDE (9 GM)

Glucosamine is sugar protein that helps your body build cartilage (the hard connective tissue located mainly on the bones near your joints). Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance found in bones, bone marrow, shellfish and fungus. Glucosamine has been used in alternative medicine as an aid to relieving joint pain, swelling, and stiffness caused by arthritis.


Ascorbic acid is used to treat and prevent vitamin C deficiency. Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) occurs naturally in foods such as citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Vitamin C is important for bones and connective tissues, muscles, and blood vessels. Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron, which is needed for red blood cell production.

Usage

GLUCOSAMINE is generally used to treat: Arthritis
GLUCOSAMINE can address symptoms like: Arms Joint Pain, Arms Swelling, Arms Stiffness

ASCORBIC ACID is generally used to treat: Common Cold, Methaemoglobinaemia, Scurvy, Tyrosinemia, Vitamin C Deficiency, Glaucoma, Constipation, Asthma, Bronchitis, Cystic Fibrosis, Infertility, Diabetes Mellitus, Arthritis, Osteoporosis


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ORTHOBOON is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for ORTHOBOON and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetics, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
  • Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking ascorbic acid.
  • The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.
  • Ascorbic acid gum may be chewed as long as desired and then thrown away.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
  • Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, high iron level in the blood, anemia, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breast-feeding. 

Common Side-Effects

GLUCOSAMINE : Hives, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion, Constipation, Heartburn

Rare Side-Effects

ASCORBIC ACID : Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit

Technical Classification

GLUCOSAMINE is categorized as: NUTRACEUTICAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
ASCORBIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Available Alternatives for ORTHOBOON

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ORTHOBOONINR 70 for 12G PWDGLUCOSAMINE 750 MG, ASCORBIC ACID 50 MG, COLLAGEN PEPTIDE 9 GM