Common Nausea, Abdominal cramp, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Glucosamine

Do not take glucosamine, if you are allergic to glucosamine or shell fish.
Avoid taking glucosamine, if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with following history of disease conditions: diabetes; high cholesterol or triglycerides; cancer; liver disease; asthma or breathing disorder.
Do not continue the glucosamine, if you are having surgery.

Q. Is Glucosamine good for joints/ arthritis?
Yes,Glucosamine is used as an aid to relieve joint pain, swelling and stiffness due to arthritis

Q. Is Glucosamine safe for diabetics?
No,it is not safe for diabetics. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use

Q. Is Glucosamine a steroid/ blood thinner?
No,it is a sugar protein and not a steroid/blood thinner

Q. How long can I take Glucosamine for?
Patient may take Glucosamine for prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take glucosamine with statins/ calcium/ blood thinners/ levothyroxine/ beta blockers/ naproxen/ coffee/ warfarin/ blood pressure tablets?
Patient should not take glucosamine along with warfarin.Taking other medicines with glucosamine may alter the effects of glucosamine.Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does Glucosamine increase weight/ cause gas/ affect blood pressure/ increase blood sugar?
Glucosamine causing these side effects is very rare. However consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects.

Common Abdominal cramp, Nausea, Diarrhoea.

Common Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion.

Expert advice for Methyl Sulfonyl Methane
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach. It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time. Methyl Sulfonyl Methane can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Common Vomiting, Nausea, Back pain, Diarrhoea, Headache, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Skin redness, Stomach cramp, Stomach upset.

Expert advice for Vitamin C
Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking ascorbic acid.Do not take vitamin C and tell your doctor If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.Do not take this drug If you are allergic to Vitamin C.Stop taking the drug and call your doctor at once if you have: joint pain, weakness or tired feeling, weight loss, stomach pain, chills, fever, increased urge to urinate, painful or difficult urination, severe pain in your side or lower back, blood in your urine.

Q. Is vitamin c water soluble/ calcium/ present in milk?
Vitamin C (also available as Limcee, Celin) is a water soluble vitamin. It is not calcium and milk is not the major source for vitamin C, you may get it in appropriate amounts from citrus fruits and vegetables

Q. Can I take vitamin c help in iron absorption/ reduce uric acid/ increase weight/ increase testosterone/ increase breast size?
Vitamin C is required for the maintenance of blood vessels, cartilage, muscle and bone as well as iron absorption. It may slightly lower uric acid but it does not increase testosterone, breast size or weight. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take Vitamin C for hair/ for skin/ help in skin lightening/ for acne?
Vitamin C is needed for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body, including skin. Always consult your doctor regarding its use in particular condition

Q. Does Vitamin C serum work?
Vitamin C is a very popular ingredient in skin care products because it is a free-radical fighter and helps produce collagen naturally.

Common Central nervous system depression, Ectopic mineralization, Formation of urinary calcium stone, Coma.