Artron is a chondroprotector that has antirheumatic and anti-inflammatory effects, promotes the regeneration of damaged cartilage tissue and prevents its further destruction. It belongs to the group of slow-acting drugs, i.e. its effect becomes noticeable only after a certain period of use, but at the same time it persists for quite a long time even after the end of taking the medicine.
Artron itself is not a specific medicine, but a whole series of drugs, which includes “Flex”, “Complex”, “Triaktiv”, “Triaktiv Forte” and “Hondrex”, and the instructions for use for each of the drugs in this series are different , as well as the price, but reviews from patients who took this drug are mostly positive.
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Composition of various types of drug, release form
Artron Flex is a drug in which the main active ingredient is glucosamine hydrochloride. Each tablet contains 750 mg of active ingredient and a number of auxiliary components.
Artron Chondrex contains chondroitin sulfate. Also, each tablet contains 750 mg of active substance and a number of auxiliary components.
Artron Complex. According to reviews, it is the most effective and popular drug in the series. Its main advantage is the combination of two active ingredients that perfectly complement each other - glucosamine and chondroitin. Each tablet contains 500 mg of these active ingredients at a time.
Artron Triactive and Triactive Forte. A distinctive feature of this product is that it contains an anti-inflammatory component, methylsulfonylmethane, to two chondroprotectors (which act very slowly in terms of relieving inflammation). This additional component allows you to accelerate the appearance of the anti-inflammatory effect. The proportions of the components in these drugs are different. Thus, regular Triactiv contains 300 mg of chondroitin, 500 mg of glucosamine and 250 mg of methylsulfonemethane, and Triactiv Forte contains 100 mg of chondroitin and 50 mg of methylsulfonemethane.
All of the drugs listed above are available only in tablet form. There are 2 forms of release - in blisters of 15 tablets (Triaktiv and Triaktiv Forte are produced in blisters of 10 tablets) and in plastic bottles, which are designed for 30, 60 or 120 tablets (Triaktiv is also available in bottles of 100 tablets).
Pharmacological properties of the drug Artron complex
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic drug. A combined chondroprotective drug that stimulates the regeneration of cartilage tissue. Glucosamine and sodium chondroitin sulfate take part in the biosynthesis of connective tissue, prevent cartilage destruction and stimulate tissue regeneration. Chondroitin sulfate is a high molecular weight mucopolysaccharide that takes part in the construction of the basic substance of cartilage and bone tissue. Improves phosphorus-calcium metabolism in cartilage tissue, inhibits enzymes that disrupt the structure and function of joint cartilage, and inhibits the processes of degeneration of cartilage tissue. Stimulates the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans, normalizes the exchange of hyaline tissue, promotes the regeneration of the surface of cartilage and joint capsule. Prevents compression of connective tissue, increases the production of intra-articular fluid, improves the mobility of affected joints. Slows down resorption and accelerates bone tissue repair processes, reduces calcium loss, and inhibits the progression of osteoarthritis. It has analgesic properties, reduces the severity of joint pain, pain at rest and when walking, and manifestations of inflammation. Glucosamine stimulates the biosynthesis of aminoglycans, helps restore cartilage surfaces and reduce degenerative changes in joints. Normalizes the production of intra-articular fluid, reduces the severity of pain in the joints, improves their mobility.
special instructions
There are no reliable data on the effect of the drug during pregnancy, so in these cases it is better to avoid the drug. If the joint disease is very serious, and the woman continues to take Artron, breastfeeding should be stopped.
If the patient has a history of liver or kidney disease, this is a direct contraindication for the use of Artron. This fact is due to the fact that the active components of the drug accumulate in these organs and are excreted by the kidneys.
Side effects of Artron
According to reviews, Artron Flex, Hondrex, as well as Artron Triactiv and Artron Complex are mostly well tolerated by patients. In some cases, the following side effects may occur:
- Central nervous system: dizziness, headache, increased fatigue, disturbance of sleep and wakefulness.
- Gastrointestinal tract: indigestion, vomiting and nausea, stool disorders, pain in the epigastric region.
- Allergies: urticaria, skin rash, itching, angioedema, Steven-Johnson syndrome, dermatitis, erythema.
Indications for use of the medicinal product
"Artron-complex" is prescribed to patients suffering from diseases of the spine, as well as peripheral joints that are dystrophic-degenerative in nature. Such diseases include spondyloarthrosis, osteochondrosis, osteopathy, periarthritis and osteoarthritis. As a preventive measure for diseases of the articular group and osteochondral tissue, “Artron-complex” tablets are prescribed to athletes (sports injuries, physical overload).
The product has restorative properties, therefore it is prescribed to patients who have undergone various joint surgeries, as well as severely destructive fractures. The drug is also effective for such ailments as periodontopathy, chondropathy, chondromalacia and severe joint pain.
Interaction with other drugs
The complex prescription of Artron and antibiotics leads to a decrease in the absorption of chloramphenicol and penicillins, and high digestibility of tetracyclines.
If you combine the use of this drug with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and glucocorticosteroids, the analgesic effect is enhanced. But the dose of Artron in this case must be adjusted
Artron complex in combination with vitamin and mineral medications enhances its activity.
When drinking alcohol, the effectiveness of the medicine does not decrease, that is, alcohol is not a contraindication.
Method of application and dosage of Artron
The drug Artron is intended for oral use. The tablets of the drug must be swallowed whole, without crushing or chewing, and washed down with a small amount of water.
The duration of the course of therapy and dosage should be individually determined by the attending physician, depending on the clinical picture and form of the disease.
As a rule, adult patients and children over the age of 15 years are prescribed 1 tablet of the drug 1 to 3 times a day. After the desired therapeutic effect is achieved, you can reduce the dose of the drug to 1 tablet once a day.
Typically, the duration of therapy with Artron is 3 months. After completion of treatment, the therapeutic effect persists for a long time. If necessary, the course can be repeated 1-2 times a year.
Contraindications for use
According to the instructions, Artron is contraindicated:
- patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- pregnant and lactating women;
- children under 15 years of age;
- patients with phenylketonuria;
- patients with thrombophlebitis;
- people with diabetes.
The instructions for Artron recommend taking the drug with caution:
- people with diseases of the digestive tract;
- patients with impaired liver and/or kidney function.
Instructions for use, prices
Artron Flex is taken orally in the amount of 1-2 tablets per day. The product is used for one and a half months. You need to start with two doses (morning and evening) and gradually switch to one. The medicine is washed down with water. To obtain a positive result, the drug is used for at least 90 days. As for Artron Chondrex, it is prescribed only to adults in the same dose as the first drug; it should be used for at least six weeks, for the best effect - two to three months. The therapeutic effect is slow, but lasts for a long time.
Artron triactive Forte is prescribed one capsule per day. To enhance its effect, the manufacturer recommends vitamins and minerals. The dosage for using the Artron complex is the same; the pills are swallowed whole, without chewing, and washed down with water. After taking the medicine, chondroitin enters the blood, and after a while the active production of joint fluid begins. The remaining product is eliminated naturally within 24 hours.
The cost of the drug ranges from 2700 to 3000 rubles. The price of Artron triactive Forte in Russia is 2950 rubles, in Moscow - 3010, Artron complex in Russia - 2693 rubles, in Moscow - 2831. On the manufacturer’s official website, the products are sold at half a discount.
Indications and contraindications, side effects
Artron is used for destructive processes in the joints and spine; diseases associated with immunity, injuries due to overload; during the recovery period after dislocations and fractures, as well as to eliminate various types of inflammation. It is also recommended as a prophylactic.
According to patient reviews, Artron quickly relieves pain, so there is no need to use additional painkillers. It is also noted that the product relieves inflammation well and reduces swelling. Today, Artron complex is most often prescribed for treatment; the dosage of the drug and the time of administration should be determined only by a doctor.
As for compatibility with other drugs, all Artron formulations reduce the effect of penicillins, but when taken in parallel with tetracycline antibiotics, on the contrary, they enhance their effect. Compatible with glucosamine preparations. However, Artron drugs should not be taken in the following cases:
- intolerance or special sensitivity to the components of the drug;
- with poor blood clotting;
- with severe veins in the legs;
- for kidney and liver diseases;
- during pregnancy and during breastfeeding;
- children under fifteen years of age;
- Be careful if you have diabetes or alcoholism.
In general, it is well tolerated, but in some cases it provokes some adverse reactions: it can cause vomiting, nausea, intestinal disorders, headaches, and skin rashes. If this continues for a long time and causes discomfort, the drugs are not prescribed or are replaced with analogues. These are chondroprotectors such as Elbona, Teraflex, Artra, Mucosat and others.
