Does Glucosamine Actually Work?
Recent 3-year studies using 1000mg glucosamine sulphate-potassium chloride complex (750mg of Glucosamine Sulphate) have shown that there was both a significant pain reduction and renewed growth of articular cartilage in arthritic knees. Glucosamine Sulphate improves joint movement and is much better tolerated (has far less side effects) than widely prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (eg Mobic, Voltaren, Feldene, Aspirin, Ibuprofen etc). In fact, Vioxx and Prexige have been withdrawn from the market due to major side effects. Glucosamine has also been shown to be superior to analgesics (eg Paracetamol, Panadol) that successfully kill pain but do not help the body to repair. It is also important to outline that the clinical studies suggest a sustained residual symptomatic effect after Glucosamine withdrawal, with joint improvement continuing for almost two months. Prior to the development of Glucosamine, no medication treated the cause of osteoarthritis. Glucosamine Sulphat
