Genicin
Name: Genicin
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Genicin (glucosamine)?
You should not use this product if you are allergic to glucosamine.
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:
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diabetes;
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high cholesterol or triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood);
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cancer;
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liver disease;
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asthma or other breathing disorder;
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if you are allergic to shellfish; or
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if you take a blood thinner (warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven).
It is not known whether glucosamine will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.
Glucosamine may pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
950
Last Revision Date
20170411
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