Introduction

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Uses of Carticel Plus

Osteoarthritis

Side effects of Carticel Plus

Nausea
Diarrhea
Constipation
Heartburn

How to use Carticel Plus

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. Carticel Plus may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Carticel Plus works

Carticel Plus is a combination of two medicines: Glucosamine and Chondroitin, 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.

Quick Tips

Mega FreeFlex Tablet helps in relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis.
It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
It may increase your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your levels regularly.
Side effects such as Nausea, Diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and indigestion may occur with Mega FreeFlex Tablet. These may not be with everyone. Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Carticel Plus. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Information regarding the use of Carticel Plus during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Carticel Plus is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Carticel Plus alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Carticel Plus in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Carticel Plus in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.