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Glucosamine × Antidiabetic Drugs

MINOR Inconclusive Evidence

Mechanism

Glucosamine may theoretically worsen insulin resistance, though clinical evidence is weak at typical doses.

Effect

Possible mild increase in blood glucose

Management

Monitor blood glucose. Typical doses (1.5g/day) are unlikely to cause significant effects.

Plain Language Summary

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This combination is considered low risk, but glucosamine may slightly increase blood sugar levels by affecting how the body uses insulin. Monitoring blood glucose is a suggested precaution for this minor interaction.

Source

Scroggie DA et al. Arch Intern Med 2003; Simon RR et al. Diabetes Care 2007

Research

Supporting Research

Oral Glucosamine in the Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review
PMID:36902359 DOI 2023
Effects of ozone combined with articular injection of sodium hyaluronate on patients with knee osteoarthritis and their inflammatory factors and hemorheological indices.
PMID:38223641 DOI
Comparative study of the efficacy of glucosamine sulfate capsules and Huoxue Xiaozhong prescription in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis and the recovery of knee joint function.
PMID:40501230
Impact of Glucosamine Supplementation on Gut Health.
PMID:34202877 DOI
Mineral rich algae with pine bark improved pain, physical function and analgesic use in mild-knee joint osteoarthritis, compared to Glucosamine: A randomized controlled pilot trial.
PMID:32444040 DOI
Glucosamine and chondroitin for osteoarthritis?
PMID:11530541 2001
Randomized, double-blind, four-arm pilot study on the effects of chicken essence and type II collagen hydrolysate on joint, bone, and muscle functions.
PMID:36918892 DOI
The Efficacy of Piascledine in Alleviating Symptoms and Its Impact on Blood Lipid Levels and body Mass Index in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis.
PMID:39981153 DOI
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Medical Disclaimer: This interaction record is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist before combining any supplement with prescription medications.