What Is the Proper Dosage for Chondroitin?
Chondroitin is a
dietary supplement most often used for treating
arthritis. Although there are no official dosing recommendations for dietary supplements, as there are for drugs, some information is available from various clinical studies of the supplement.
Chondroitin Dosing for Arthritis
For the treatment of arthritis, a chondroitin dose of 200 mg to 400 mg two or three times daily has been used in clinical studies. Some studies used a single daily dose -- 1000 mg to 1200 mg once a day. It is unclear if chondroitin products with additional active ingredients (such as
glucosamine or
MSM) provide any additional benefits.
General Information on Your Chondroitin Dose
Some considerations for people taking chondroitin include the following:
- Because the manufacturing of supplements is not closely regulated, it is important to choose a trustworthy manufacturer for chondroitin supplements. Your pharmacist can help you find a supplement that is made by a reputable manufacturer. It is a good idea to look for products that are USP-verified (which means the products have met certain manufacturing, purity, dissolution, and content specifications).
- If you have any chronic health problems or take any prescription medications, it is a good idea to check with your healthcare provider before taking chondroitin.
- If you are unsure about anything related to your dosage or chondroitin dosing in general, please talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
