Diasten Gm, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Diasten Gm have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Diasten Gm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Diasten Gm also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Diasten Gm have been listed ahead. These side effects of Diasten Gm are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Diasten Gm's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Diasten Gm related warnings talks about Diasten Gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Diasten Gm is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Diasten Gm contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Diasten Gm with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Diasten Gm is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Diasten Gm is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diasten Gm is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Diasten Gm safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Diasten Gm for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Diasten Gm safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Diasten Gm for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Diasten Gm on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Diasten Gm for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Diasten Gm on the Liver?
Information about safety of Diasten Gm for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Diasten Gm on the Heart?
Information about safety of Diasten Gm for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Diasten Gm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diasten Gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diasten Gm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Diasten Gm has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Diasten Gm
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Diasten Gm together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diasten Gm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Diasten Gm.
Take Diasten Gm once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food.
Diasten Gm is a brand name of glucosamine and it is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is a dietary supplement and a precursor of glycosaminoglycans which is used to provide relief from symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis.
Yes, Diasten Gm might cause joint pain (arthralgia) if it is taken in more than the recommended doses, However, this effect is unharmful and reversible in nature and it resolves after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Diasten Gm can be used without consulting a doctor because it is an over the counter drug which does not require a prescription.
Yes, Diasten Gm may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
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