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What medicine or supplement can I take for osteoarthritis of shoulder?

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Answered by

Dr. Atul Prakash

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Dr. Vinodhini J.

Published At September 18, 2020
Reviewed AtAugust 24, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have osteoarthritis of shoulders. Which glucosamine products do not interact with Clopidogrel? What medication or supplement can I take?

Answered by Dr. Atul Prakash

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I am assuming, based on the drugs, you are in your middle ages. Without knowing your medical condition and why are you on Clopidogrel, I am assuming that you may have a cardiac condition that needs anti-platelet medicines. Also, arthritis of the shoulder is rather uncommon and what type and grade of arthritis is it, rheumatoid, traumatic, or OA? If arthritis is advanced, then glucosamine is not indicated. Please note there is no absolute contraindication of taking these two drugs together as long as your doctor is aware, then all that is needed is to take the two and have your coagulation profile, including bleeding time checked for the first two to three weeks. Theoretically, glucosamine may increase the risk of bleeding. People with bleeding disorders, those taking anti-clotting or anti-platelet medication (such as Warfarin, Clopidogrel, and Ticlid), or people taking supplements that may increase the risk of bleeding should not take glucosamine unless under the supervision of a healthcare provider.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Atul Prakash
Dr. Atul Prakash

Orthopedician and Traumatology

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