Chondroxide analogs

pharmachologic effect

The drug has a combined effect: inhibits the development of osteochondrosis and osteoarthritis , relieves pain, increases joint mobility, reduces inflammation and swelling in the joints. The components of the cream have a mutual potentiating analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.

Chondroitin sulfate improves the exchange of phosphorus and calcium in cartilage tissue, inhibits enzymes that can cause cartilage damage, improves the production of glycosaminoglycans, regenerates the cartilaginous surfaces of joints, restores cartilage tissue, which reduces joint pain and increases range of motion.

Meloxicam , an NSAID, provides an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect and does not affect cartilage tissue.

Chondroxide ointment or gel – which is better?

Despite the fact that the active ingredient in both drugs is chondroitin, they differ in the following parameters:

• in additional ingredients included in the structure of the medicine;
• in their texture;
• pH of drugs.

Chondroxide ointment is made on the basis of oils and fats and has a denser texture. It must be applied by rubbing in with your hands. The structure of the gel is lighter and hydrophilic. Its PH is close to the acid-base value of the skin, which allows it to be more intensively absorbed into the skin.

Due to its light texture, Chondroxide gel is easily absorbed without leaving an oily sheen on the skin and hands. The medicinal components included in the gel penetrate more actively into the joint. If the pain syndrome is severe, then preference should be given to the gel, since it is easier to apply to the sore joint and has a faster therapeutic effect.

Reviews of Chondroxide Forte

There are multiple reviews of the ointment, which note a good effect both for osteochondrosis of the back and for arthrosis of the joints . The advantage is the combination of an analgesic effect and a restorative effect on cartilage due to the presence of chondroitin. Many also consider the absence of any smell of the ointment to be positive.

It is worth noting that in other countries the drug is registered under the same name in other forms of release - capsules and tablets. The drug also differs in composition. For example, in Ukraine there are Chondroxide Forte tablets that contain chondroitin, glucosamine, as well as phospholipids with vitamin E , and capsules are sold in Kazakhstan.

Chondroxide - instructions for use

According to the instructions for use , Chondroxide is prescribed as internal, external or parenteral administration of the drug in the following dosage:

• Ointment or gel - it is recommended to apply to the skin over the affected area of ​​the joint or vertebral joints 2-3 times a day. The ointment is applied to the skin with light massage movements until it is completely absorbed, and the gel is applied with patting movements for 2-3 minutes. The duration of treatment is 2–3 weeks.
• Tablets of 250 mg - prescribed 2 pieces 2 times a day for 3-6 months. According to indications, after a break the course of treatment is repeated.
• Ampoules of 1 or 2 ml (1 ml contains 100 mg of active substance) - intramuscular administration of the drug is recommended, 1 ml (100 mg) every other day. The dose can be increased to 200 mg, if the drug is well tolerated and according to indications, but after 4 injections. The course of treatment is 25–35 injections, which can be repeated after 6 months.

In the pharmacy chain, Chondroxide ointment and gel are available without a prescription, and the injectable drug is available only with a doctor’s prescription.

Chondroxide analogs

Sometimes external or internal use of Chondroxide for the treatment of arthrosis and osteochondrosis gives an allergic reaction or side effect. Thanks to equivalent analogues in composition, which can replace Chondroxide, the clinical manifestations of the disease are successfully stopped and the patient’s condition improves. Substitutes in the pharmacy chain are presented as:

• generics;
• synonyms;
• in combination with additional ingredients.

The correct selection of substitutes and analogues of Chondroxide will allow you to actively treat the pathological process and achieve long-term remission of the disease.

Table of analogues of Chondroxide with prices and country of origin

Chondroxide analogues are available in different forms, so therapy for destructive processes of the osteoarticular system can be carried out comprehensively, using drugs for external and internal use.

Voltaren

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline Healthcare JSC (Russia)
Release form: gel for external use, tablets, ampoules, rectal suppositories

Active ingredient: diclofenac

The active component, which is included in all forms of Voltaren, gives a pronounced anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effect. Belongs to the group of non-steroidal drugs for external, internal, parenteral use, which is indicated for the following pathologies:

• inflammatory processes in the musculoskeletal system (arthritis of various origins);
• degenerative diseases of the spine (radiculitis, lumbago, sciatica);
• arthrosis of various etiologies;
• injuries and inflammatory processes accompanied by swelling of soft tissues (tenosynovitis, bursitis).

Analogue Chondroxide is applied externally to the damaged joint by applying the product to the skin 3-4 times a day. To enhance the effect, you can supplement therapy by taking tablets of 25–50 mg 2–3 times a day. Depending on the type of pathological process and the degree of disease activity, the dosage of the drug is calculated individually.

Aflutop

Manufacturer: SC Biotehnos SA (Romania)
Release form: solution for injection in ampoules 1 ml

Active ingredient: bioactive concentrate from sea fish

This analogue of Chondroxide regulates metabolism in cartilage tissue, restoring its cellular structure. Due to these processes, capillary blood flow improves and homeostasis is restored in the affected musculoskeletal system. Aflutop is used for the following diseases:

• osteoarthritis of various localizations of a primary or secondary nature;
• osteochondrosis;
• spondylosis;
• arthrosis of small joints.

Due to complex biochemical processes occurring in cartilage tissue under the influence of the analogue, inflammation and pain are relieved. The drug is administered intramuscularly at a dose of 1 ml for 20 days. According to indications, injections can be used inside the joint, 1-2 ml every 3-4 days. A combination of the form of administration of the drug is possible.

Diclofenac

Manufacturer: Chemical and pharmaceutical plant "Akrikhin" (Russia)
Release form: tablets, ointment

Active ingredient: diclofenac sodium

Chondroxide analogue Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug with an analgesic and antipyretic effect. Such properties of the drug help reduce pain, increase active movements in the joint and gradually restore partially lost limb function.

Its use in the postoperative period or injuries of the osteoarticular system significantly reduces tissue swelling and pain. The drug can be used as part of complex therapy for tonsillitis, otitis, pharyngitis, accompanied by severe pain.

Diclofenac tablets are taken 100 mg once a day. According to indications, the dosage can be increased to 150 mg per day. To speed up the effect of the therapy, you can add cheap Diclofenac ointment costing 28 rubles for external use.

Chondrogard

Manufacturer: Pharmaceutical company Sotex (Russia)
Release form: solution for injection in ampoules

Active ingredient: sodium chondroitin sulfate

The drug is a mucopolysaccharide that stimulates metabolism in cartilage tissue, reduces the progression of negative phenomena and restores the cellular structure of hyaline cartilage. This analogue of Chondroxin is effective in the treatment of degenerative processes in the joints and spine (osteochondrosis, arthrosis).

Chondroguard has high penetrating ability. After its intramuscular administration, within a quarter of an hour it is detected in the synovial fluid, and then in the cartilage tissue, where it reaches its maximum after 2 days.

The medication is prescribed by injection at 100 mg IM every other day. According to indications, the dose of the drug can be increased to 200 mg after 3 injections. It is possible to administer a Chondrogard analogue into the joint cavity up to 2 ml 1 time with an interval of 3–4 days.

Viprosal

Manufacturer: Grindeks (Latvia)
Release form: ointment for external use

Active ingredient: viper venom

Viprosal ointment belongs to the group of drugs with local irritant action. The active substance acts on sensitive receptors of the skin, which leads to reflex vasodilation.

As a result of this mechanism of action of the Chondroxide analog Viprosal, tissue nutrition improves, which leads to relief of inflammation and pain relief. The drug is recommended for pathologies accompanied by severe pain:

• for diseases of the musculoskeletal system;
• traumatic damage to soft tissues;
• sprains;
• myalgia of various origins.

The ointment is applied to the area of ​​painful areas with light massage movements 2 times a day, without affecting healthy tissue. The course is no more than 1.5 weeks.

Artra

Manufacturer: Takeda Pharmaceuticals (Russia)
Release form: tablets

Active ingredients: glucosamine, chondroitin

An analogue of Chondroxide, the drug Artra selectively acts on cartilage tissue, stimulating its regeneration. By suppressing the activity of certain enzymes, the active substances prevent the destruction of cartilage and maintain optimal viscosity of the synovial fluid. During the treatment process, Artra stops the inflammatory process and reduces pain.

The drug is used for osteochondrosis and arthrosis of various origins. The analogue is prescribed, 1 tablet 2 times a day, followed by a dosage reduction of 1 tablet 1 time a day. The course of treatment ranges from several weeks to several months, depending on the activity of the pathological process.

Ketoprofen

Manufacturer: Promomed Rus (Russia)
Release form: gel for external use, tablets, ampoules

Active ingredient: ketoprofen

Analogue Chondroxide Ketoprofen belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which have a pronounced analgesic effect and the ability to lower body temperature. Ketoprofen is used for inflammatory pain associated with:

• with arthritis of various etiologies:
• toothache, causing inflammation of the gums;
• articular syndrome (rheumatoid arthritis, gout, spondylitis);
• radiculitis;
• lymphadenitis, phlebitis, lymphangitis (as part of complex therapy).

A cheap gel analogue of Chondroxide, when applied externally, gives an analgesic effect within an hour after its application to the skin. To increase the effectiveness of therapy, it is possible to additionally prescribe Ketoprofen tablets 100 mg 3 times a day for 5 days.

According to indications for chronic articular processes, taking the analogue can last up to 2 weeks on the recommendation of a doctor. In case of exacerbation of the disease, an analogue of Chondroxide for intramuscular administration can be used.

Other analogues of Chondroxide

You can also supplement Chondroxide analogues with the following drugs:

• Chondroxide forte is an anti-inflammatory drug consisting of many natural components, used in the complex treatment of arthrosis, glenohumeral periarthritis, spondylosis;
• Dona is an analogue of Chondroxide for intramuscular administration, which is indicated for degenerative diseases of the joints;
• the drug Purpose is a multicomponent homeopathic remedy for parenteral administration for diseases of the joints of various origins, used in complex therapy;
• Amelotex is a substitute for Chondroxide gel , which is available in the form of a solution for intramuscular injections, an external agent (also in the form of a gel) and tablets for the treatment of joint diseases of various origins;
• Artra MSM is an analogue of Chondroxide in tablets that can slow down the development of arthrosis of various etiologies;
• Chondrolone is a tablet that enhances metabolic processes in cartilage, which leads to improvement and regression of pathological symptoms in arthrosis of large and small joints.

A wide selection of Chondroxide substitutes allows the doctor to use them as part of complex therapy or as the basis for the treatment of joint diseases of various etiologies.

Chondroxide Maximum analogues

Manufacturer: Nizhpharm JSC (Russia)

Release form: cream

Active ingredient: Glucosamine

Thanks to the presence of a wide range of Chondroxide analogues, it is always possible to select an effective drug for the patient that will have a therapeutic effect for joint diseases. The following drugs are analogous to the action of Chondroxide Maximum:

• Sustilak;
• Glucosamine;
• Chondroglucide;
• Ambene bio;
• Rumalon;
• Chondrolone;
• Arttrafic.

These drugs actively relieve pathological symptoms and have a positive effect on the cellular structure of cartilage tissue.

Analogues of Chondroxide tablets

When treating joint diseases, Chondroxide tablets can be replaced with their cheap analogues, which have identical indications and mechanism of action:

• Mucosat;
• Artrin;
• Biartrin;
• Ibuprofen;
• Artron Complex.

These analogues of Chondroxide for external use have anti-inflammatory, regenerating and analgesic effects. Actively penetrating through the skin into the area of ​​the affected joint, they help relieve swelling, improve the consistency of synovial fluid and improve the cellular structure of cartilage.

Chondroxide tablets can be replaced with analogues that are available in the same form. These are Structum and Hondrex.