Cerifin Gm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cerifin Gm Information

Cerifin Gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Cerifin Gm have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Cerifin Gm is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Cerifin Gm include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Cerifin Gm have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cerifin Gm are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cerifin Gm's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cerifin Gm related warnings talks about Cerifin Gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cerifin 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 Cerifin Gm contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Cerifin Gm have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cerifin Gm is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cerifin Gm Benefits & Uses
Cerifin Gm Dosage & How to Take
Cerifin Gm Side Effects
Cerifin Gm Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cerifin Gm with Other Drugs
Cerifin Gm Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cerifin Gm
Cerifin Gm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cerifin Gm Benefits & Uses

Cerifin Gm is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Cerifin Gm Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 750mg glucosamine, 50 mg diacerein and 250 mg methyl sulfonyl methane
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 750mg glucosamine, 50 mg diacerein and 250 mg methyl sulfonyl methane

Cerifin Gm Related Warnings

Is the use of Cerifin Gm safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Cerifin Gm on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Cerifin Gm safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cerifin Gm in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cerifin Gm on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Cerifin Gm for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cerifin Gm on the Liver?

Information about safety of Cerifin Gm for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cerifin Gm on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cerifin Gm on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cerifin Gm will cause side effects on heart or not.

Severe Interaction of Cerifin Gm with Other Drugs

Cerifin Gm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin

Aluminium hydroxide

Bisacodyl

Mild

Cerifin Gm Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cerifin Gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Asthma
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Allergy
Kidney Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cerifin Gm

Is this Cerifin Gm habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cerifin Gm is addictive.

Cerifin Gm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cerifin Gm

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cerifin Gm together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cerifin Gm

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cerifin Gm and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Cerifin Gm

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cerifin Gm safe to use?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cerifin Gm is safe to use, if it is taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as nausea, abdominal (stomach) pain, and diarrhoea. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cerifin Gm?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Cerifin 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cerifin Gm a steroid?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Cerifin Gm is not a steroid. It contains glucosamine which is a precursor of glycosaminoglycans that is used as a dietary supplement to provide relief from symptoms of mild to moderate osteoarthritis.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Cerifin Gm cause joint pain (arthralgia)?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Cerifin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Cerifin Gm work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Cerifin Gm contains glucosamine which is presumed to work by stimulating the synthesis of naturally occurring glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans in our body. Both of these are major components of joint cartilage as well as and synovial fluid and their synthesis may help in the rebuilding of cartilage which can provide relief to the patient from pain and inflammation.