Glucosemine

Were you looking for information about Glucosamine? Glucosemine is a common misspelling of glucosamine.

Glucosamine is a supplement commonly used for the treatment of arthritis. It is derived from the shells of lobsters, crabs, and shrimp, and comes in one of three forms (glucosamine sulfate, glucosamine hydrochloride, or N-acetyl glucosamine). It appears to work for arthritis in several ways, such as by reducing inflammation and decreasing the production of compounds that degrade cartilage. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking glucosamine if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol.

(Click Glucosamine for more information on the effectiveness, safety, and potential side effects of glucosamine supplements. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)