Jovit Tablet 500mg / 400mg

About Jovit Tablet 500mg / 400mg

Jovit Tablet Uses

• Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip or spine
• Joint pain and stiffness from wear and tear
• Cartilage support in degenerative joint disease
• Mild to moderate joint discomfort

Jovit Tablet Benefits

• Supports the structural building blocks of cartilage
• May reduce joint stiffness with regular use
• Generally well tolerated as an OTC option
• Convenient oral tablet alongside physiotherapy and exercise

What Experts Say

Glucosamine sulfate is an amino sugar involved in synthesizing glycosaminoglycans, key structural components of articular cartilage, while chondroitin sulfate is a major cartilage proteoglycan that helps maintain the compressive resistance of joint tissue. Combining the two supports cartilage building blocks in degenerative joint changes.

Clinical studies on glucosamine and chondroitin combinations report modest but measurable improvement in joint pain scores and function, particularly in mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, though response varies between individuals and usually becomes noticeable after several weeks of use. Doctors commonly recommend continuing the combination for two to three months before assessing benefit.

Because glucosamine and chondroitin are generally well tolerated, they are often used alongside weight management, physiotherapy and safer analgesics such as paracetamol rather than as a replacement for disease-modifying treatment in advanced arthritis. Patients on blood thinners should inform their doctor first, since glucosamine may mildly affect bleeding tendency.

Drug Class

• Nutraceutical / Joint Health Supplement (Glucosamine and Chondroitin combination)

Jovit Tablet 500mg / 400mg formula

• Glucosamine Sulphate + Chondroitin Sulphate

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Jovit Tablet 500mg / 400mg?

• Take one tablet twice daily with meals, or as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Use consistently for several weeks to notice joint comfort improvement.
• Do not exceed the recommended daily dose without medical advice.

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin and Other Blood Thinners: May slightly increase bleeding risk when combined with anticoagulants.
• Antidiabetic Medicines: May cause minor changes in blood sugar control, requiring closer glucose monitoring.
• Acetaminophen: No significant interaction reported; often used together for joint pain relief.

Risks and warnings

• Shellfish Allergy: Glucosamine is often derived from shellfish exoskeletons; avoid if you have a shellfish allergy unless a shellfish-free source is confirmed.
• Blood Sugar: May cause mild changes in blood glucose levels in people with diabetes; monitor sugar levels closely.
• Bleeding Risk: Use cautiously with blood-thinning medicines due to a possible mild additive effect on bleeding tendency.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Safety not well established; use only if advised by a doctor.

Jovit Tablet Side Effects

• Mild stomach upset
• Nausea
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Headache
• Skin rash in rare allergic cases

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the blister strip in its original carton away from direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.