Inflammatory and painful syndrome in diseases of the musculoskeletal system occurs due to metabolic disorders in the cartilaginous tissue and a lack of synovial (lubricant) fluid. To restore these processes, Chondroguard is used - injections based on this drug help to quickly get rid of unpleasant symptoms and discomfort and improve motor activity. In addition, the results obtained remain for a long time.
Hondroguard composition in the form of a solution for injections
The active ingredient of the agent is chondroitin (sodium sulfate). It is a high molecular weight polysaccharide that is capable of producing the following effects:
- reduction of degenerative changes in cartilaginous tissues;
- a decrease in the intensity of the pain syndrome;
- acceleration of the processes of cartilage and synovial fluid restoration;
- stimulation of proteoglycan synthesis;
- increase the amount of movement in the damaged joints.
The following components are used as auxiliary components:
- sodium hydroxide;
- benzyl alcohol;
- sodium disulfite;
- water for injections.
Indications for the prescription of injections of Chondrogard
An important feature of the medicament in question is the ability of chondroitin to accumulate in the cartilaginous tissue, and the synovial membrane does not interfere with this process. The maximum concentration of the substance in the articular cartilage is reached after 48 hours.
Due to this rapid action, Chondrogard is prescribed for the treatment of degenerative and degenerative pathologies of the spine and joints, including osteoarthritis . It is worth noting that the pronounced effect of injections of Chondroguard is produced in the treatment of lesions of the back, especially of osteochondrosis, both in acute and chronic forms.
In addition, the described preparation is recommended for fractures. Its introduction promotes the accelerated formation of a bone callus, hence, to fast fusion.
How correctly to do injections of Hondroguard?
The method of use presupposes intramuscular injection of the drug. The single dosage is 100 mg of chondroitin sodium sulfate, which corresponds to 1 ml of Hondroguard solution.
If the treatment is well tolerated, the dose will increase in the future, starting with the 4th injection, its volume reaches 200 g (2 ml). The general course of therapy includes 25-30 injections, it can be repeated every six months.
In the case of applying Hondroguard, the dosage is similar for the acceleration of bone adhesion and the formation of bone callus. However, the course of treatment is much less, from 10 to 14 days.
Before the beginning of a series of procedures it is necessary to make sure of absence of contraindications to use of a medicine:
- thrombophlebitis;
- hypersensitivity to chondroitin or excipients;
- tendency to bleeding;
- pregnancy and lactation.
Are the chondroguards prickly or not?
This drug, as a rule, is well tolerated by patients. No acute pain during injection is observed. Sometimes, at the injection site, hemorrhagic phenomena (bruise, swelling) can occur.
Can I do injections of Chondrohard every day?
According to the instructions, this means is applied every 48 hours (after 24 hours). Therefore, daily injections are undesirable. However, there are no dangerous consequences due to an overdose of Hondrogard, so in rare situations the drug can be prescribed for every day, but in a short course.