Arthra is a preparation that corrects and stabilizes metabolic processes in the cartilaginous and bone tissues. As the active substance contains glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate.
Chondroitin and glucosamine are involved in the restoration of cartilage tissue and its biosynthesis.
Have a stimulating effect, prevent the destruction of cartilaginous tissue.
Contents of the article
- How does it work?
- Artra - to whom to apply, and to whom there is no
- Mechanism of action
- How to organize treatment?
- Form
- Overdose and other nuances of use
- Patients are very happy
- Doctors recommend
- Medication cost
- Effective but expensive
How does it work?
Glucosamine promotes the generation of the latter and protects the cartilage from chemical effects. In addition, glucosamine has an anti-inflammatory effect and protects against the effects of non-steroidal and glucocorticosteroid preparations.
Chondroitin serves as an additional substrate for the formation of cartilage, improves the production of hyaluronone, proteoglycans and collagen type 2.
Protects tissue from the action of free radicals. In addition, chondroitin supports the synovial fluid in the viscous state and inhibits enzymes that break down the cartilage.
The drug enters the body by absorption. The highest concentration is found in the liver, kidneys and cartilage.
Approximately one third of the drug can be in the bone and muscle tissues for a long period( half-life - 68 hours).The body is excreted unchanged mainly with urine.
Artra - to whom to apply, and to whom there is no
The drug is indicated for osteoarthrosis of peripheral joints and spine of 1-3 degrees. 
Contraindicated with hypersensitivity to individual components of the drug, phenylketonuria, impaired renal function.
Should not be used in case of individual intolerance of the preparation by the body.
For bleeding, use with caution.
Mechanism of action
The mechanism of action of "Artra" tablets consists of the sum of the actions of its constituent components.
Their effect in the complex contributes to the improvement of regeneration and metabolism in cartilage tissues, and also has a moderate anti-inflammatory effect.
How to organize treatment?
Due to the fact that the recovery of cartilage tissue is slow, the tablets Arthro tablets are prescribed for a long course.
The instructions state that it is necessary to take Arthra during 21 days twice a day, one tablet for adults and children after 15 years of .
The medication is not dependent on the mode of eating. After 21 days and until the end of the course, one tablet a day is drunk. To get a positive result, the course of treatment should last six months.
After completing the course, you should consult a doctor and observe the dynamics of the process.
Form
The preparation is available in the form of tablets of elongated, rounded shape, white, convex on both sides.
The inscription "ARTRA" is engraved on one side of the tablet.
Coated. They have a salty-sweet taste and a specific smell.
The inside of the tablet has the form of a grainy white mass with fine crystalline impregnations.
Overdose and other nuances of use of
Overdose cases are not known. In case of poor health after taking the drug, gastric lavage and measures are recommended in accordance with the symptoms of the condition.
Side effects may be manifested in the disorder of the gastrointestinal tract, dizziness( from the action of glucosamine) or allergic reactions as a result of the action of both active substances( chondroitin and glucosamine).
There are no special instructions for taking the drug. However, there is no data on its use in pediatrics and methods of use by children under 15 years of age.
Interaction with alcohol is not critical. During the course of treatment with the drug, taking alcoholic beverages is not recommended, but it is not forbidden. In the worst case, it can exacerbate side effects, if any.
Alternatively, drugs will be prescribed that neutralize the effect of the drug on the kidneys and liver, as these organs, except of course the cartilaginous tissue, are exposed to the maximum effect of the active substances of the drug;or another drug will be prescribed. 
When interacting with other drugs in general, it is safe.
Increases the absorbing effect of tetracycline substances, partially neutralizes the effect of semisynthetic penicillin, with non-steroidal and glucocorticosteroid drugs is compatible.
Patients are very satisfied with
Patients' reviews Arthra is a very good drug, but expensive.
The effect is visible after 3 months of admission. There were cases when after the cessation of pain, they returned again, but this may be due to the individual characteristics of the organism.
I am treated with this drug for two years with a full six-year course. The effect was felt after the first course. Now I want to re-drink the medicine as a prophylaxis.
Initiate on the recommendation of a physician for the treatment of coxarthrosis of the hip joint.
Natalia
I take the medicine for 3 months already, I feel significant improvements. The joints of the fingers gradually stopped hurting and now they practically do not bother. Of course, the joints will not fully recover, but at least at night one can safely sleep. After a break in treatment for a month, I plan to resume the course for another 3 months.
Tatiana
I was worried about the terrible pain in my knees, especially when walking and bending my legs. Taking the drug for a while helped, but stopping the reception, the pains appeared again.
I tried to drink Flexinovo( similar to the artra drug) - it helped. Three months I drank Flexinovo, and for half a year this problem does not bother me.
Zinaida
There is also a negative opinion.
I take this drug for three months, but the condition only worsened, the SED increased. The pain is so strong that I just cry and ask for help. In addition, the level of COE is increased with each analysis. I hope, at least something or someone will help me.
Sofia
Doctors recommend
The doctors' reviews are mostly positive, among professional medics these pills are considered to be among the most effective.
Medication Arthra is an excellent tool that I recommend to use in the treatment of the musculoskeletal system. It accelerates the process of restoring cartilaginous tissue, increases the mobility of cartilage and connective tissue, reducing the intensity of inflammatory processes and pain in joint joints.
According to many doctors, this is one of the most effective drugs. Its effectiveness is ensured by the complex action of the main components of its composition. The result can be noticed after a month of taking the drug.
Starichenko:( 18.09.2014)
Arthra tablets I consider to be a highly effective medicine and I recommend using it for patients suffering from osteoarthrosis of the joints and spine. It includes chondroitin and glucosamine, which stimulate the regenerative processes in the cartilaginous tissue.
The drug quickly removes the symptoms of the disease and minimizes the need for the use of painkillers and NSAIDs. Patients very much praise the drugs and are satisfied with its action.
E.A.Smirnova:( 05/18/2014)
Cost of medicine
The preparation is available in the form of tablets of 30, 60, 90, 100 and 120 pieces, in a plastic bottle sealed in a cardboard box. The price of Arthra tablets varies in the range of from 1200 to 1800 rubles for 60 tablets .
Store in a dry place out of the reach of children. Optimal storage temperature is 10-30 degrees. Shelf life 5 years.
Available without a prescription.
Effective, but expensive
Artra is a quality product, but the price bites it, so it makes sense to use analogs that are cheaper, but they help no worse.
Among the most popular analogues are:
- gel and chondroxide ointment;
- Chondroitin;
- Teraflex;
- Artradol;
- Artrum Chondroitin;
- Arthrin;
- Arthrocel and others.
All these preparations contain the same active ingredients. Some of them, however, are not complete analogs, that is, they can contain additionally other active substances.
According to their composition, their effect on the body and the way of application may also differ to some extent.
The medicines of this composition are prescribed for diseases of cartilage and bone tissue in accordance with the nuances of the disease. In general, the patient can replace the prescribed drug with any of the analogs in a suitable price category for it.
These medications are indicated for arthritis, osteochondrosis, osteoporosis, post-traumatic repair of cartilage and bones.
