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DONA Glucosamine

Glucosamine Sulphate is a naturally occuring amino sugar necessary for the synthesis of connective tissue. Glucosamine is one of the building blocks of proteoglycans, the ground substance of articular cartilage which functions to attract water into the joint space for lubrication of the cartilage during movement. 

DONA Glucosamine works by maintaining joint health and lubricating and rebuilding cartilage that has been worn away by age progression or injury. In addition, it specifically reduces the structural degradation seen in the osteoarthritic joint. 

Always read the label. Use only as directed.  If symptoms persist, patients should consult their healthcare professional.

 

Why take DONA Glucosamine?

DONA Glucosamine is successfully used to help alleviate symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, spine and hands. It acts on both the signs and symptoms, helps in the synthesis of new cartilage and reduces the breakdown of existing cartilage, thereby reducing inflammation. Treatment with DONA Glucosamine has been specifically clinically proven to improve joint mobility and relieve pain, as well as reduce swelling and tenderness. DONA has been shown to rebuild damaged cartilage, thus restoring articular function. DONA Glucosamine therefore nourishes the joint, without the gut side effects common with synthetic medicine alternatives.

 

What is unique about DONA Glucosamine?

  • DONA Glucosamine is the world's highest selling glucosamine product 
  • The only brand specifically clinically proven effective in double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised clinical studies shown to assist in promoting healthy cartilage, lubricating joints, supporting joint mobility and flexibility and protecting cartilage
  • DONA Glucosamine is also proven to reach the joints in humans, which is not proven with any other formulations of glucosamine
  • DONA Glucosamine has been developed and is manufactured by ROTTAPHARM in Italy; the world leader in glucosamine products
  • In total, over 20 clinical trials have been conducted on DONA Glucosamine over the last 10 years. In addition, a positive Cochrane Review was completed in 2000. In contrast, studies on other formulations of glucosamine are inconclusive or have not been done at all.  
  • DONA Glucosamine is a registered drug worldwide in recognition of the specific clinical evidence supporting its efficacy

 

Lifestyle modifications for Osteoarthritis
Weight reduction lessens the burden placed on lower extremity joints such as hips and knees. Excess weight increases the load placed on these joints, which can speed up the breakdown of cartilage. A diet rich in whole foods which exert anti-inflammatory effects such as green leafy vegetables, fresh fruits, legumes and oily fish containing Omega 3, as well as lean protein can all help to promote joint repair and pain reduction. Alternatively, there are many foods which can exacerbate joint degradation, inflammation and pain which should be avoided.

These include: 

  • Refined carbohydrates which negate effective insulin metabolism, leading to weight gain and the promotion of inflammation
  • Inadequate protein intake which limits tissue repair
  • Foods rich in Omega 6 fatty acids (sunflower, canola, soy, corn oil)
  • Alcohol and processed fast foods
  • Nightshade vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, capsicum, paprika)

 

Active ingredients per tablet 
Each tablet contains:Crystalline Glucosamine Sulphate 750mg 
Free of preservatives, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners, artificial flavours, gluten, yeast and dairy. 

 

Dosage and considerations
DONA Glucosamine has been proven to be well tolerated in the gut and assists in the management of osteoarthritis. The therapeutic dose is 1500mg per day (two tablets) of DONA Glucosamine taken once daily with food. The therapeutic benefits of DONA Glucosamine can take between two to four weeks to take effect due to its mechanism of action, with optimal effects on joint mobility observed after 12 weeks of administration.

This product is not recommended for children nor if you are pregnant, lactating, currently on medication or diabetic. Please consult your healthcare practitiner before taking DONA Glucosamine, particularly if you have an allergy to seafood. Use only as directed. 


Clinical Evidence for the use of DONA Glucosamine
Two, 3-year long, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised studies have shown that the administration of DONA Glucosamine slows the progression of osteoarthritis (knee) in patients. According to the studies, patients who received the placebo experienced progressive joint space narrowing, representing further loss of cartilage. Those who received DONA Glucosamine showed no further loss of cartilage on average, therefore reducing the progression of osteoarthritis. The studies also found that it is well tolerated in the gut.

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Arch.Intern.Med. 2002;162:2113-23


Where can I purchase DONA Glucosamine
DONA Glucosamine is exclusively distributed in Australia and New Zealand by Flordis under distribution rights by Rottapharm.
DONA Glucosamine can be purchased from health practitioners, selected pharmacies and health food stores.