Chondroxide

Chondroxide is referred to as medicines, whose action is aimed at regulating metabolic processes in the cartilaginous tissue. The active substance possesses chondro-stimulating, regenerating and anti-inflammatory properties.

Chondroxide takes part in the formation of the main substance of bone and cartilaginous tissues. The active component of the drug has an effect on the metabolism of hyaline and fibrous cartilage. The agent slows down the degenerative processes in the cartilaginous and connective tissue, and also inhibits the production of enzymes that provoke damage to the said tissue.

After the course of treatment, the pain in the joints becomes less pronounced, and the mobility improves. The therapeutic effect persists for a long period of time after treatment.

Clinical and pharmacological group

The drug with improves the regeneration of cartilaginous tissue and anti-inflammatory action for external use.

Terms of sale from pharmacies

Can buywithout a doctor's prescription.

Price

How much does Chondroxide ointment in pharmacies cost? The average price in 2018 is at the level of350 rubles.

Composition and form of release

1000 mg of gel contains:

• active ingredient: chondroitin sodium sulfate - 50 mg;
• auxiliary components: ethyl alcohol (ethanol), isopropanol (isopropyl alcohol, 2-propanol), dimime (dimethylsulfoxide), sodium disulfite (sodium metabisulphite), propylene glycol (, -propanediol), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (methylparaben, nipagin), carbomer (carbopol), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (propylparaben, nipazol), orange flavor (flavor of the food "Orange"), purified water.

1000 mg of ointment contains:

• active ingredient: chondroitin sodium sulfate - 50 mg;
• auxiliary components: petrolatum, dimime (dimethyl sulfoxide), distilled monoglycerides, lanolin (wax wool, lanolin anhydrous), purified water.

Pharmacological effect

Chondroxide has chondro-stimulating, regenerating and anti-inflammatory effects.

According to the instructions, Chondroxide takes part in the construction of the basic substance of bone and cartilaginous tissue. Influences metabolic processes in fibrous and hyaline cartilage. Helps reduce the rate of degenerative processes in connective and cartilaginous tissue, slows down or stops the activity of enzymes that cause damage to cartilaginous tissue.

Due to the action of the active substance in the composition of Chondroxide, the biosynthesis of proteoglycans occurs more rapidly, is restored regeneration of cartilaginous surfaces of joints, production of intra-articular fluid increases. In addition, bone resorption slows down, calcium loss decreases, bone tissue repair is accelerated.

According to reviews on Chondroxide, its use contributes to slowing the development of osteochondrosis and osteoarthritis, under the influence of the drug reduces soreness and increases the mobility of affected joints, which greatly facilitates the patient's life. The therapeutic effect of the drug for a long time is preserved after the end of treatment.

Indications for use

Chondroxide in the form of gel, ointment and liniment is for external use only. Use of these formulations for the treatment of the following diseases:

• osteoarthrosis (a disease in which degenerative-dystrophic processes develop in the spine and joints);
• osteochondrosis (a disease in which dystrophic lesions of intervertebral discs occur);
• osteoporosis (a disease in which the bone tissue is thinned, which is why frequent fractures occur).

Chondroxide is also used to stimulate the process of periosteal fusion in fractures of bones.

The preparation in the form of lyophilized powder for the preparation of solutions is mainly used for the healing of wounds, trophic ulcers, and newly formed decubitus. The solution is applied externally, topically. Although the ointment can also be used to heal wounds, better results are noted when using the solution.

Contraindications

Tablet form:

• pregnancy and lactation;
• children;
• individual intolerance of the drug and its components.

Caution if you are prone to bleeding.

For gel and ointment:

• damage to the skin at the site of application;
• hypersensitivity to the composition;
• childhood.

Intended use for pregnancy and lactation

Tablets are contraindicated.

Forms for external use are used with great care, after consulting with a doctor.

Dosage and route of administration

As indicated in the instructions for use ointment or gel Chondroxide should be applied 2-3 times / day on the skin over the lesion. The ointment is rubbed until completely absorbed for 2-3 minutes. The course of treatment with ointment is 2-3 weeks.

The gel is easily rubbed with patting movements for 2-3 minutes until completely absorbed. The course of gel treatment is from 2-3 weeks to 2-3 months. If necessary, repeat the treatment.

Adverse Reactions

In rare cases, allergic reactions can occur, with the intake of tablets - diarrhea, nausea.

Overdose

Sometimes there is diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. With prolonged admission in large doses, hemorrhagic rashes may occur. Symptomatic therapy is used to treat symptoms.

special instructions

Avoid getting the drug on the mucous membranes and open wounds.

Upon contact with skin or clothing, the gel is easily washed off with water, leaving no residue.

With caution and after consulting a doctor, the drug should be used in children (efficacy and safety of use in pediatrics are not established).

Compatibility with other drugs

Drug interaction of the drug Chondroxide is not described.

Reviews

We offer you to read reviews of people who used Chondroxide:

1. Dasha. To me 43 years of problems with joints before was not, and here became knees after fiz. loads of trouble. Mazala Hondroksidom, really helps or assists, but in three days there was an itch and an eruption. The mother-in-law who owns a lot of sores and loves all sorts of natural remedies and prescriptions, advised the fungoid stone for joints, she uses them for many years. It is cheap and composition, judging by the description on the package, from natural ingredients. It is smeared well, all is absorbed and does not leave a trace. Acts almost immediately, after 15-20 minutes. and the knees stop whining. The gel works, though I do not use it for so long, I'll see how it works.
2. Olga. "Chondroxide" with increasing age I use very often, because in joints during congestion begins melancholy. Especially disturbing the dorsal part, knees and even wrists. Twice a day I rub this ointment with painful spots and literally after 2-3 days the painful symptoms pass. In comparison with other articular drugs (Diclofenac, Fastum gel, Ketonalom, Alesan), I think Chondroxide is the most effective, at least for me.
3. Zhenya. Of pain does not help at all, the effect of it is zero. In addition, the ointment is thick, it is inconvenient to apply, it is more accurate to distribute, so the consumption is large. I understand that his action is more directed at the cartilaginous tissue, but the instruction says that he takes off the pain. It is unlikely that I will buy it again, even this tube was not fully used

Analogues

Structural analogs for the active substance:

• Artra Chondroitin;
• Artradol;
• Arthrin;
• Kartilag Vitrum;
• Mukosat;
• Sodium chondroitin sulfate;
• Structum;
• Hondrogaard;
• Chondroitin;
• Chondroitin sulfate;
• Chondroxide gel;
• Chondroxide ointment;
• Chondrolon;
• Honsurid.

Before buying an analogue, consult your doctor.

Shelf life and storage conditions

Store in a dry place inaccessible to children at a temperature not exceeding + 25 ° C. Protect from direct sunlight. Shelf life - 24 months.

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