Ingredient

Crystallized Glucosamine Sulfate

Glucosamine sulfate is an ingredient that helps joint health.

See medicines used for Muscle / Joint PainSee medicines used for Headache / Pain Relief
All medicines
2
Single ingredient
2
OTC medication
2

MFDS ingredient code M247626

What does it do?

Glucosamine sulfate is an ingredient used in the treatment of arthritis, belonging to the amino sugar class, and helps in the regeneration and protection of joint cartilage. It is primarily used for pain relief and improvement of joint function in patients with osteoarthritis.

This ingredient promotes the synthesis of substances that make up joint cartilage, helping to reduce cartilage damage and alleviate inflammatory responses. This, in turn, reduces pain and stiffness in the joints.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other analgesics, glucosamine sulfate focuses on cartilage regeneration rather than direct inflammation suppression, thereby contributing to long-term joint health improvement. Additionally, being a naturally derived ingredient, it is relatively low in side effects.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Category
Dosage form
Strength
Category

2 total

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Questions about this ingredient

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.