I am type II, taking Metformin Er and Actos, and was wondering if the glucosamine supplements are safe to take along with my regular meds, or if I should avoid. Actually, I don’t even know if glucosamine has glucose in it at all! I’m feeling a bit ignorant…little help? Thanks!

I have been giving her my Glucosamine, MSM and Chondroitin. The pharmacist said it’s the same, if not better than the pills they sell made for dogs for joint care. Has anyone else done this with any success?

I just read on Wikipedia that the effects are debated as to whether glucosamine and/or chondroitin will help cartilage formation. Does anyone have any personal experience with these? Does anyone know any more solid facts than the couple of sentences on Wikipedia?

Thanks!

I have drank joint juice which contains glucosamine and that irritates my stomach..

Our dog, Tara, a collie, is nine years old and has arthritis. In the summer we give her Sea Jerky (glucosamine chondroitin) which works quite well, but once the cold weather arrives it’s harder for her to maneuver around the house comfortably, especially going up and down the stairs. What kind of natural remedies can we use to keep her comfortable (and mobile)?
Also, any suggestions for bedding or anything else would be great.

I have a big, old, arthritic dog. His condition has improved greatly since the Previcox/Glucosamine regimen, but I’m considering getting him one of those telescoping ramps, specifically to help with getting him in and out of my car. Any info/opinions of these ramps would be appreciated. Thank you! btw he weighs about 85 pounds.

Most pain relief creams, etc. target the muscles, rather than the nerves that are affected by osteoarthritis. I have heard that glucosamine may be helpful in treating arthritis. I am not looking for a cure, just pain relief. I am currently taking high doses of Ibuprofen, which can cause liver damage. I would rather take something that targets the source of the problem. Has anyone taken glucosamine and had positive results for back pain relief?

Tried other FM rx,s; bad side effects;now on Savella and Tylenol for pain..helps only a little. Also prosac for long time..really helps depression. Savella helps fibrofog, but need more pain relief. Dont know if its mainly OA causing pain and Dr. says I,ll need narcotics for arthritis pain(bone spurs etc in neck,thumb also sciatica), but hate to start on them. Dispite Protonics(on acid blockers for years) now have occasional stomach pain.Is high dose of Savella causing more bleeding or irritaion? Should I go back to 100mg?( I think I had more energy then. What might help OA pain without more GI distress and let me see if Savella helps more than just fibrofog. I’m now taking 200mg Savella.,Trazadone(100mg)at night with 1/8mg xanax for sleep,1300mg acetametaphen 3xdaily and prosac 20mgdaily. also glucosamine/chondroitin and vitamins. Still fatigued alot with pain. What narcotic wont irritate stomach or make me feel "zonked" . Dr. said start with Tramadol,butI read that its hard on stomach.
Would appreciate any input.

a friend has real severe osteoarthritis in both knees, this person also has Hepatitis C. the doc wants them to do have knee replacement surgery but it cannot be done for awhile due to work contaraints. We heard glucosamine SULFATE may help osteoarthritis and rebuild cartilage but what about the shellfish ban for Hep c patients, glucosamine sulfate is made from the shell of shellfish.

I’m 33 and have osteoarthritis in my neck, back, and hip. I was taking Naproxin but got an ulcer from it. Does glucosamine work?