Relamine

Name: Relamine

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Relamine (chondroitin and glucosamine)?

You should not use this product if you are allergic to chondroitin and glucosamine; or

  • if you take warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven).

Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:

  • asthma;

  • an allergy to shellfish (oyster, crab, shrimp);

  • diabetes;

  • high blood pressure, high cholesterol;

  • prostate cancer; or

  • bleeding or blood clotting disorder such as hemophilia.

It is not known whether chondroitin and glucosamine will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.

Chondroitin and 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.

How should I take Relamine (chondroitin and glucosamine)?

When considering the use of herbal supplements, seek the advice of your doctor. You may also consider consulting a practitioner who is trained in the use of herbal/health supplements.

If you choose to use chondroitin and glucosamine, use it as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider. Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label.

Do not use different formulations of chondroitin and glucosamine at the same time without medical advice. Using different formulations together increases the risk of an overdose of chondroitin and glucosamine.

If you need surgery or dental work, stop taking chondroitin and glucosamine at least 2 weeks ahead of time.

Call your doctor if the condition you are treating with chondroitin and glucosamine does not improve, or if it gets worse while using this product.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking Relamine (chondroitin and glucosamine)?

Follow your healthcare provider's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Relamine (chondroitin and glucosamine) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Although not all side effects are known, chondroitin and glucosamine is thought to be possibly safe when taken for up to 2 years.

Stop using chondroitin and glucosamine and call your healthcare provider at once if you have:

  • irregular heartbeats; or

  • swelling in your legs.

Common side effects may include:

  • nausea, diarrhea, constipation;

  • stomach pain, gas, bloating;

  • hair loss; or

  • puffy eyelids.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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