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Possible Interactions with: Glucosamine

Also listed as: Glucosamine; glucosamine sulfate

Interactions

If you are currently being treated with any of the following medications, you should not use glucosamine or make any adjustments to your medications without first talking to your healthcare provider.

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) - Glucosamine may increase the anti-inflammatory activity of NSAIDs such as ibuprofen. This interaction may result in the need for lower doses of these medications.


Drug Interactions

Diuretics
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)