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Genucerin Capsule

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Product introduction

Genucerin Capsule is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It lowers pain and swelling and helps the stiff joints to heal quickly. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines.

Genucerin Capsule is used for relief from pain and stiffness of joints.

Uses of Genucerin Capsule

Benefits of Genucerin Capsule

In Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Genucerin Capsule helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better, more active, quality of life.
Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.

Side effects of Genucerin Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Genucerin

  • Diarrhea
  • Urine discoloration

How to use Genucerin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Genucerin Capsule is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Genucerin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Genucerin Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Genucerin Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Genucerin Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Genucerin Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Genucerin Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Genucerin Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Genucerin Capsule
₹10.94/Capsule
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Jocart D Capsule
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₹8/capsule
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Dcr Capsule
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Quick tips

  • Genucerin Capsule helps relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
  • Exercise to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication.
  • It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor. 
  • It may increase your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your levels regularly.
  • Do not take Genucerin Capsule if you are suffering from diarrhea or are above 60 years of age.
  • Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Anthracenecarboxylic Acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Proteoglycan synthesis Stimulator

Patient concerns

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Rheumatoid arthritis with osteoarthritis
Dr. Akshat Goel
Orthopaedics
Please refer to a Rheumatologist
Feeling pain due to osteoarthritis
Dr. Vipul Aggarwal
Orthopaedics
Send me the X-rays please
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References

  1. Fidelix S.A, MaxwellT J, et al. Diacerein for osteoarthritis. Cochrane Systematic Review. 2014. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. DrugBank. Diacerein. [Accessed 07 Apr. 2020]. (online) Available from: External Link

Marketer details

Name: Druto Laboratories
Address: 1003 Kirti Shikhar Building, Janakpuri, Delhi - 110058, Distt Centre
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Genucerin Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
109.43
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 capsules in 1 strip
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