Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg is a dietary supplement by Simply Supplements with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for osteoarthritis, joint pain and stiffness, cartilage support.Based on those ingredients, 170 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Glucosamine Sulphate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg by Simply Supplements
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: glucosamine sulphate at 1500 mg per tablet. Glucosamine is a compound your body makes naturally and uses to build and repair cartilage, the cushioning tissue in your joints.
The inactive ingredients include microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), glazing agents, and magnesium stearate.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Glucosamine sulphate is likely effective for osteoarthritis — the wear-and-tear joint condition. For other uses listed here, including aging skin, back pain, cancer, and metabolic liver disease, the evidence isn't established in our data.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Orally, glucosamine sulphate is generally well tolerated by most adults. The most common side effects are digestive: bloating, constipation, cramps, diarrhea, heartburn, and nausea.
Rarely, severe reactions have been reported. There is also concern about allergic reactions in sensitive people — one review found 72% of adverse reports involved hypersensitivity reactions, ranging from mild (itching, hives) to severe (difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis in 1.5% of cases).
Cases of asthma flare-ups have also been reported. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so avoid it unless your doctor advises otherwise.
The same applies to breastfeeding — not enough is known, so avoid unless your doctor says it's okay.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before you take this, double-check with us if you're on warfarin or another blood thinner — the risk of increased bleeding is real. If you're on chemotherapy drugs (topoisomerase II inhibitors like etoposide or doxorubicin), mention it too.
Let us know about antidiabetes drugs and acetaminophen as well, though the concerns are smaller.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you have osteoarthritis and don't take warfarin or chemotherapy drugs, glucosamine sulphate may be worth considering. If you're on any blood thinner or cancer drug, talk to your pharmacist before starting.
Anyone with a history of allergic reactions or asthma should mention this supplement to their doctor.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 24, 2017.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Simply Supplements |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 5060370564415 |
| Net contents | 180 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 24, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 71117 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg by Simply Supplements, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Glucosamine Sulphate | 1500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Glucosamine Sulphate 2KCl, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glazing Agents, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
Helps to maintain joint suppleness and flexibility
Image is for illustration purposes only.
Product Information Glucosamine occurs naturally in the body where it plays a role in the smooth working of the joints and helps maintain connective tissues.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Daily Intake: Take one to two tablets daily as a food supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
Important Information If you are taking any prescription medication, you have a medical condition or you have specific concerns about the suitability of our products, always consult your GP or Pharmacist prior to taking supplements.
Do not exceed stated dose.
Keep away from children at all times.
Do not use if seal is broken.
Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before using this product.
Food Supplement: This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.
For allergens see ingredients in bold.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place.
General
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Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg by Simply Supplements label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg by Simply Supplements
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.
Glucosamine Sulphate
Interacts with170 drugs
Glucosamine is a natural compound found in cartilage and joint fluid, and it is one of the most popular supplements for osteoarthritis, especially of...
Glucosamine Sulphate monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Glucosamine Sulphate 2KCl, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glazing Agents, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg by Simply Supplements Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg by Simply Supplements does interact with a few important medication types.
The most serious is warfarin (a blood thinner), where glucosamine may increase warfarin's anticoagulant effects and raise your bleeding and bruising risk. Case reports have shown significant increases in INR (a measure of how thin your blood is) in patients already stable on warfarin.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
You'll also want to be careful if you're on topoisomerase II inhibitors (chemotherapy drugs like etoposide and doxorubicin). Lab research suggests glucosamine might reduce how well these drugs work, though this hasn't been seen in people yet.
Antidiabetes drugs and acetaminophen (pain reliever) show only minor concerns — glucosamine is unlikely to meaningfully interfere with diabetes medications, but it may slightly reduce pain relief if you take them together.
Altogether, these interactions span 169 individual medications. Please use the medication checker below with your exact prescriptions before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg interact with 170 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Glucosamine Sulphate
WarfarinWarfarin
How Warfarin interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateWarfarin (coumadin) Major
Interaction Summary
Glucosamine might increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin and increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Warfarin interactionWarfarin SodiumCoumadin, Panwarfin, Sofarin
How Warfarin Sodium interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateWarfarin (coumadin) Major
Interaction Summary
Glucosamine might increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin and increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Warfarin Sodium interactionDaunorubicin CitrateDaunoXome
How Daunorubicin Citrate interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Daunorubicin Citrate interactionDaunorubicin HydrochlorideCerubidine
How Daunorubicin Hydrochloride interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Daunorubicin Hydrochloride interactionDaunorubicin, CytarabineVyxeos
How Daunorubicin, Cytarabine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Daunorubicin, Cytarabine interactionDoxorubicinAdriamycin, Caelyx, Doxil, Myocet, Rubex
How Doxorubicin interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Doxorubicin interactionEpirubicinEllence
How Epirubicin interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Epirubicin interactionEtoposideEtopophos, VePesid, VP16
How Etoposide interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Etoposide interactionIdarubicinIdamycin
How Idarubicin interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Idarubicin interactionIrinotecanCamptosar, Onivyde
How Irinotecan interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Irinotecan interactionIrinotecan Hydrochloride
How Irinotecan Hydrochloride interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Irinotecan Hydrochloride interactionMitoxantroneNovantrone
How Mitoxantrone interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Mitoxantrone interactionTeniposideVumon
How Teniposide interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Teniposide interactionTopotecanHycamtin
How Topotecan interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Topotecan interactionValrubicinValstar
How Valrubicin interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateTopoisomerase Ii Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Valrubicin interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAntidiabetes Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Despite initial concerns, it is unlikely that glucosamine will interfere with the effects of antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acarbose interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Glucosamine SulphateAcetaminophen (tylenol, Others) Minor
Interaction Summary
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Read the full Glucosamine Sulphate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Glucosamine Sulphate
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Glucosamine might increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin and increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
In two individual case reports, glucosamine/chondroitin combinations were associated with a significant increase in international normalized ratio (INR) in patients previously stabilized on warfarin. In one case, the increase in INR occurred only after tripling the dose of a glucosamine/chondroitin supplement from 500 mg/400 mg daily to 1500/1200 mg daily. Additionally, 20 voluntary case reports to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) have linked glucosamine plus chondroitin with increased INR, bruising, and bleeding in patients who were also taking warfarin. There have also been 20 additional case reports to the World Health Organization (WHO) that link glucosamine alone to increased INR in patients taking warfarin. The mechanism of this interaction is unclear. Glucosamine is a small component of heparin, but is not thought to have anticoagulant activity; however, animal research suggests that it might have antiplatelet activity.
Topoisomerase Ii Inhibitors
Theoretically glucosamine may induce resistance to topoisomerase II inhibitors.
In vitro research suggests that glucosamine might induce resistance to etoposide (VP16, VePesid) and doxorubicin (Adriamycin) by reducing inhibition of topoisomerase II, an enzyme required for DNA replication in tumor cells. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Others)
Acetaminophen might interfere with the activity of glucosamine sulfate by interacting with the sulfate portion.
Anecdotal reports suggest that adding glucosamine to an acetaminophen regimen might decrease pain control in patients with osteoarthritis. Some research suggests that the sulfate portion of glucosamine sulfate might contribute to its effect in osteoarthritis. Since acetaminophen metabolism requires sulfur and reduces serum sulfate concentrations, acetaminophen could theoretically interfere with the action of glucosamine sulfate. Conversely, the administration of sulfate could theoretically decrease the effectiveness of acetaminophen in sulfate-deficient people by increasing its clearance.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Despite initial concerns, it is unlikely that glucosamine will interfere with the effects of antidiabetes drugs.
In vitro and animal research has suggested that glucosamine might increase insulin resistance or decrease insulin production. This has raised concerns that taking glucosamine might worsen diabetes and decrease the effectiveness of diabetes drugs. However, clinical research suggests that glucosamine does not have adverse effects on blood glucose or glycated hemoglobin (HbA1C) in healthy, obese, or type 2 diabetes patients.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg, from the product label.
Simply Supplements
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- Simply Supplements
- Street Address
- PO Box 1330
- City
- Peterborough
- ZipCode
- PE2 2PW
- Phone Number
- 0800 988 0292
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Super Strength Glucosamine Sulphate 1500 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
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The 58 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Glucosamine 58 references
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- Holmang A, Nilsson C, Niklasson M, et al. Induction of insulin resistance by glucosamine reduces blood flow but not interstitial levels of either glucose or insulin. Diabetes 1999;48:106-11. PubMed
- Houpt JB, McMillan R, Wein C, Paget-Dellio SD. Effect of glucosamine hydrochloride in the treatment of pain of osteoarthritis of the knee. J Rheumatol 1999;26:2423-30.
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- Shankar RR, Zhu JS, Baron AD. Glucosamine infusion in rats mimics the beta-cell dysfunction of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Metabolism 1998;47:573-7.
- Almada A, Harvey P, Platt K. Effects of chronic oral glucosamine sulfate on fasting insulin resistance index (FIRI) in non-diabetic individuals. FASEB J 2000;14:A750.
- Reginster JY, Deroisy R, Rovati LC, et al. Long-term effects of glucosamine sulfate on osteoarthritis progression: a randomised, placebo-controlled trial. Lancet 2001;357:251-6.
- Does glucosamine increase serum lipid levels and blood pressure? Pharmacist's Letter/Prescriber's Letter 2001;17(11):171115.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
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