Mecojoin Chondro 800 Tablets

Adult dose

Adults aged 19 years and older: Take 1 tablet once a day.

This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia or sarcoidosis, an unknown systemic inflammatory disease, or those with kidney disease. Additionally, individuals with allergies to this medication or its ingredients, babies under 12 months, and those with kidney stones should avoid taking it. It is important not to take this medication concurrently with certain drugs such as phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, and antacids. It should also not be taken with Levodopa. Women who are undergoing treatment, pregnant or may become pregnant, breastfeeding, those with heart and circulatory issues, kidney impairment, low protein levels in blood, or those with a history of kidney stones should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If unusual symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, itching, or swelling occur while taking it, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Care should also be taken as long-term use with certain vitamins may cause nerve damage or blood abnormalities. High doses may result in peptic ulcers, blood sugar control problems, liver damage, and increased uric acid levels. Large amounts may cause gastrointestinal symptoms or heart-related symptoms, so caution is needed. Caution is also advised when taking with aldosterone antagonists or Triamterene, as this may increase potassium levels in the blood. It is advisable to adhere to the dosing recommendations and avoid consuming types of tea that are high in tannins, such as green tea or black tea, while taking this medication. This medication can turn urine yellow and may affect certain clinical test results. When storing, keep it out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and store in a cool, dry, and airtight place. Moreover, do not transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema)

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, constipation, loss of appetite, erythema, eczema, rashes, papular rashes, itching, swelling, edema or fluid retention (in patients with renal failure or heart failure), sensory neuropathy or neurological symptoms, hematological adverse reactions, promotion of peptic ulcers, impaired glucose tolerance, hyperuricemia, liver damage, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, edema (swelling), hyperkalemia

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline products, antacids, or Levodopa. Additionally, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist should be carried out if taken with aldosterone antagonists and Triamterene.

Food interactions

It is advisable to avoid taking this medication with teas containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, during or shortly before and after dosage.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air from entering, ideally kept at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This way, the effectiveness of the medication can be maintained and degradation prevented.

Appearance

Red-brown oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/box [(30 tablets/bottle X2)]