Joint Rx

Joint Rx takes advantage of natural products that effectively prevent arthritic pain. Because many painkillers can cause harmful side effects, arthritis sufferers are looking for safer alternatives. Joint Rx is comprised of three products that are both safe and familiar to the human body. Meta-analyses have shown that Chondroitin sulfate produces significant relief and improved joint function in people suffering from mild to moderate osteoarthritis. Glucosamine, a natural building block for cartilage, has been found to reduce pain and improve joint mobility in most people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis. It has also been found to be much safer and more agreeable than most NSAIDs. MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), a sulfuric compound, may be beneficial as an important structural component of the connective tissue that joins muscles to bones.

Everyone is predisposed to aging and, as of yet, no one has found the magic bullet to eradicate getting older. Since we can't eliminate the act of aging, we've searched out ways to downplay or rid ourselves from its corresponding issues. One of these issues is osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis that affects over 20 million people in the United States and can range in pain from merely irritating to downright debilitating. With aging, water saturates the cartilage, a protein substance that serves as a cushion to protect bone, increasing its degeneration. Also, repetitive use of joints irritates the cartilage, causing joint inflammation. As cartilage deteriorates, tiny crevasses form, which in time can amount to larger crevasses and total loss of cartilage’s cushiony tissue. Subsequently, bone rubs against bone causing the painful friction known as osteoarthritis. It is usually found in the hands, feet, spine, hips and knees.

Because osteoarthritis is a common malady throughout the world and many times quite noticeable and irksome to the person who suffers this ailment, MedQuest Pharmacy has developed Joint Rx, which takes advantage of natural products that have been shown to effectively prevent arthritic pain. Joint Rx was created with the joint-weary person in mind who is searching for a pain-relieving product without side effects. It is comprised of chondroitin, glucosamine sulfate, and MSM, natural constituents of joint tissue that have been proven to be efficient and safe in joint care. Many times, NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are prescribed to reduce the pain and inflammation in joints characteristic of osteoarthritis. These common NSAIDs--aspirin, ibuprofen, nabumetone, and naproxen--may temporarily alleviate osteoarthritic pain, but do not prevent the progression of osteoarthritis. Many of them also have troublesome side effects and risks like stomach aches, diarrhea, ulcers, and even bleeding that escalate with each passing year of use. Also, some studies are finding that the NSAIDs, used to downregulate the pain caused by osteoarthritis, may actually upregulate the deterioration of cartilage, which in turn worsens osteoarthritis. By halting the degeneration, Joint Rx takes care of the source of pain, while soothing the ache. Studies show that the three ingredients in Joint Rx are safer alternatives to pain relief than NSAIDs, like ibuprofen.

Functions in the Body:
Glucosamine Hydrochloride
Glucosamine is a natural building block for cartilage. Studies have shown that glucosamine hydrochloride does not simply relieve arthritis symptoms, it also makes positive changes in the degenerative course of osteoarthritis. In 1999 and 2000, meta-analyses relating glucosamine to osteoarthritis relief proved, without a doubt, that 1,500 mg of glucosamine hydrochloride per day reduced pain and improved joint mobility in most people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis. All reviewers also agreed that supplementation of glucosamine for joint relief was much safer and more agreeable than NSAIDs.

Chondroitin Sulfate
Chondroitin is also a natural constituant of cartilage. In fact, chondroitin sulfates, as well as other proteoglycans, are found in most tissues throughout the body, although the therapeutic focus is mainly on their function in the joints. Chondroitin sulfate has also been reviewed in meta-analyses in the years 1999 and 2000 with researchers claiming a significant relief and an improved joint function in people suffering from mild to moderate osteoarthritis after four weeks of supplementation. One study showed that chondroitin sulfate may afford a slighly greater benefit at relieving symptomatic pain than glucosamine.

Glucosamine Hydrochloride & Chondroitin Sulfate Combined
Both products have substantial scientific claims to back up their general, therapeutic use, but together they can work magic on aching joints that cry out for relief. Some studies have shown that together, this dynamic duo helps to regenerate the cartilage matrix that lines the joints.

Methysulfonylmethane (MSM)
MSM has a demonstrated high level of safety and usefulness as a ready source of dietary sulfur, an important macromineral needed for sulfur-detoxification pathways, connective tissue metabolism, antibody formation, and synthesis of other organosulfur compounds. This unique sulfur compound has no sulfur odor, is exceptionally well-tolerated, and can be used liberally as needed.

Suggested Usage:
Take 2 capsules daily, or as directed by a physician. To arm yourself with the tools, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, to halt and treat osteoarthritic pain. Studies have shown, that although these two substances are therapeutic by themselves, together they are formidable enemies against the symptoms and related degeneration of osteoarthritis.

Toxicity / Contraindications:
Neither of the two ingredients in the Joint Formula, chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine hydrochloride, have been associated with serious side effects. Chondroitin has chemical similarities to the anticoagulant drug Haparin, although no studies have shown that it has the same blood-thinning effect. On the side of discretion, however, if you are taking aspirin, Heparin, or Warfarin, you should consult your doctor prior to its use. Glucosamine is a simple molecule derived from glucose. Because of this, it would also be wise to consult your doctor before using if you suffer from diabetes.