doi: 10.1136/dtb.2002.401181.
Is glucosamine worth taking for osteoarthritis?
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Is glucosamine worth taking for osteoarthritis?
Drug Ther Bull.
2002 Nov.
Abstract
The food supplement glucosamine has been claimed to modify progression of osteoarthritis and is being extensively marketed as a treatment for patients with the condition. In fact, the UK annual market for glucosamine is now estimated to be over 10 million Pounds. Here, we examine whether the supplement has a place in the management of osteoarthritis.
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