Chondroxid gel 30gr

Instruction for Chondroxid

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The drug Chondroxid has a positive effect on the metabolic processes in the cartilaginous tissue, so the chondroprotectors refer to the pharmacological group of medicines. It is used for the complex treatment of various degenerative-dystrophic pathology of the structures of the musculoskeletal system.

Dosage form, composition

The drug Chondroxid is manufactured in several dosage forms. The gel and ointment, intended for external topical application, have a yellowish color, a viscous consistency, a homogeneous structure and a fruity odor. The main active ingredient of the drug is chondroitin sodium sulfate, its content in 1 g of gel or ointment is 50 mg. As additional compounds, the gel contains propyl parahydroxybenzoate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, sodium disulfite, dimexide, ethanol, carbomer, isopropanol, orange flavor, propylene glycol, purified water. The composition of the ointment additionally includes vaseline, dimexide, distilled monoglycerides, lanolin, purified water.
Gel Hondroksid is contained in aluminum tubes in the amount of 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 g, ointment - 30 and 50 g. Cardboard pack contains one tube with an appropriate amount of ointment or gel, as well as instructions for the use of the drug.

pharmachologic effect

The main active ingredient in the gel or ointment Chondroxid has the ability to improve the metabolism of the cartilaginous tissue (it is an extract of the cartilaginous tissue of bovine animals), since it is one of its structural components. Due to this, several basic therapeutic effects of the drug are realized, which include:
    Stimulation of regeneration (restoration) of cartilaginous tissue with its damage on the background of degenerative-dystrophic or inflammatory processes.
    Normalization of metabolic processes of the hyaline component of the intercellular substance of the cartilaginous tissue.
    Reduction of the functional activity of enzymatic systems responsible for resorption (pathological resorption) of cartilaginous tissue, due to which the process of its degeneration is inhibited.
    Suppression of the severity of the process of reducing the mineralization of the structures of the musculoskeletal system, in particular, the washing out of calcium.
    Increased production of intra-articular fluid, which improves trophism (nutrition) of cartilaginous tissue and reduces the severity of destruction.
    Reduction of the severity of inflammation in chronic pathological processes in the structures of the musculoskeletal system.
Dimexide, which is an additional compound that is part of the ointment and gel Chondroxid, promotes better penetration of chondroitin into the cartilaginous tissue, reduces the severity of pain and inflammation. The drug improves the mobility of joints and reduces soreness in them with various degenerative-dystrophic processes. After applying the ointment or gel Chondroxid on the skin, the active ingredient penetrates through it into the structures of the musculoskeletal system and accumulates mainly in the cartilaginous tissue, where it has a therapeutic effect.

Indications

Use of a gel or ointment Chondroxid is indicated for the treatment of degenerative-dystrophic pathology of peripheral joints, which includes osteoarthritis. Also, the drug is used in the complex treatment of the pathology of the spine, in particular, osteochondrosis.

Contraindications

The only absolute medical contraindication for the use of the gel or ointment Chondroxid is the individual intolerance of any of the components of this medication. The gel should not be applied to damaged skin. With care, gel and ointment Chondroxid is used in pregnancy, during lactation (the period of breastfeeding), as well as in children, because the effectiveness and safety of the drug for this category of patients remain unsettled. Before using the drug, you should make sure that there are no contraindications.

Method of use, dosage

Ointment and gel Chondroksid intended for external topical application, they are applied to the skin in the area of ​​the projection of the affected joint 2-3 times a day. The ointment is applied to the skin, after which it is rubbed with massage movements until completely absorbed for 2-3 minutes. The gel is rubbed lightly, with patting movements until completely absorbed, which also takes 2-3 minutes. The duration of treatment for ointment is 2-3 weeks, for the gel can vary from 2-3 weeks to several months. If necessary, the regimen of application and the duration of the course of therapy with the drug are determined by the physician individually.

Side effects

In general, the ointment and gel Chondroxid are transferred well enough. Sometimes, against the background of their use, it is possible to develop allergic reactions in the form of a rash on the skin, its itching, urticaria (swelling and rash, which in appearance resemble a nettle burn). In this case, the application of the drug should be discontinued, the skin should be washed with water, and also consult a medical specialist who will determine the possibility of further use of the ointment or gel Chondroxid.

Features of use

Before starting the use of ointment or gel Chondroxid should carefully read the instructions to the drug, as well as pay attention to several features of its proper use:
    Do not apply the drug to mucous membranes, open wounds.
    Avoid getting a gel or ointment in the eyes. In case this happens, the eyes should be rinsed with a considerable amount of running water.
    When the drug is on skin or clothing, it is easily washed off with water and leaves no residue.
    It is not recommended to use the drug for children of childhood, as its effectiveness and safety remain unset.
    Interaction of ointment or cream Chondroxid with drugs of other pharmacological groups has not been described.
    The drug has no direct effect on the functional activity of the structures of the nervous system.
In the pharmacy network, the gel or ointment of Chondroxid is dispensed without a doctor's prescription. Before using them, it is recommended that you consult a medical professional.

Overdose

To date, in the clinical practice of the use of gel or ointment Chondroxid cases of overdose have not been documented.

Analogues of ointment and gel Chondroxid

Similar for active components and therapeutic effects for ointment and gel Chondroxid is, Structum.

Proper storage

Shelf life of the gel Chondroxid is 2 years, ointments - 3 years. The preparation should be stored in the original factory packaging, dark, dry, inaccessible to children at a temperature of air for the gel from +2 to +20 ° C, for the ointment - not above + 25 °