Glucosimine

Were you looking for information about Glucosamine? Glucosimine is a common misspelling of glucosamine.
 
Glucosamine is a supplement often claimed to be beneficial for the treatment of arthritis. It is often used in combination with another dietary supplement (chondroitin) and is derived from the shells of crabs, lobsters, and shrimp. Most researchers think that glucosamine works for arthritis in several ways, such as by reducing inflammation and stimulating the cells that make and maintain cartilage. People with diabetes or high blood pressure should talk to their healthcare providers before taking this supplement.
 
(Click Glucosamine to learn more about this product, including its other uses, warnings and precautions, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;