The combination of Glucosamine, Chondroitin and Collagen is used to aid in maintaining healthy joints. This combination is primarily used to treat osteoarthritis along with various inflammatory joint diseases.

Indications:

⇒ Reduce osteoarthritis pain
⇒ Improve functioning of joint
⇒ Promotes cartilage health
⇒ Improve consistency of synovial fluid in joint

Mechanism of Action:

⇒ Besides promoting the synthesis of the proteoglycans, it is also able to depress cartilage degradation by inhibiting the action of the catabolic enzymes, which are over-expressed in osteoarthritis.
⇒ It also stimulates the synthesis of extracellular matrix macromolecule which provide the structural and biochemical support to the cells along with anti-inflammatory properties (independent of the prostaglandin synthesis).

Side Effects:

This combination is quite safe. Show side effects unless the person is allergic to any of the component.
Common side effects include:
⇒ Headache
⇒ Nausea
⇒ Vertigo
⇒ Diarrhea
⇒ Abdominal discomfort
⇒ Insomnia