JOINT CARE MAX CAPSULES and TABLETS

• For the supportive treatment of degenerative joint conditions or “wear and tear” e.g.: osteoarthritis.

• Glucosamine is one of the components of tissue, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and is important for the smooth movement of joints.
• Increasing evidence shows Glucosamine has a supportive role (amino sugar glucose) along with Omega 3 in maintaining healthy joints and reducing the pain in degenerative joint conditions.
• Collagen is a natural protein that provides strength and flexibility and supports connective tissues in the ligaments, tendons, bones and other parts of the body.

How to use:

• Take one capsule of cod liver oil and fish oil and one tablet of glucosamine a day with a cold drink. 
• The glucosamine tablet can be divided into two halves for ease of swallowing (if desired).

Caution & Warnings:

• Do not exceed the recommended amount.
• If you are allergic to the active substances or to any of the excipients. or If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor.
• The product should be used with caution in patients with known hypersensitivity to fish and/or shellfish.
• There is some evidence to suggest that fish oil supplements may adversely affect patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma. Those have to be monitored appropriately.
• Patients with hepatic impairment should be monitored especially if they receive high doses.
• The following are side effects that can happen with this medicine: 
• Gastrointestinal complaints such as eructation, fishy smell and taste, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
• Skin reactions such as rash, acne, eczema, pruritus and urticaria.
• Patients with hypertriglyceridemia may experience moderate increases in hepatic transaminases.
• It is advisable to monitor patients with bleeding disorders and those receiving anticoagulant therapy or other drugs affecting coagulation.
• Store in a cool, dry place, below 25ºC.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children. 
• Do not use JointCare Max after the expiry date, which is stated on the carton.

Ingredients:

• The active substances in the capsule are Omega 3 (400mg), EPA and DHA (335mg) (from cod liver oil and fish oil 975 mg) and Collagen (100mg).
• The active substance in the tablet is Glucosamine sulphate 2KCl (potassium chloride) (1500mg).