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Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate

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  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are commonly used to support joint health and manage osteoarthritis symptoms. Research provides moderate evidence that these ingredients may help reduce joint pain and improve mobility. Clinical data on their long-term efficacy remains mixed across different populations.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Label

Product Label

Label for Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate
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Label Data

1 Timed-Release Tablet(s)
Serving Size
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 1000.0mg (1115 products) 24 studies (A:0, B:9)
Market median: 600.0mg (79 products) 25 studies (A:0, B:6)

Other Ingredients

Methylcellulose Stearic Acid Microcrystalline Cellulose Calcium Carbonate Aqueous Film-Coating Magnesium Stearate Croscarmellose Sodium Acacia Maltodextrin
Claims

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one tablet two times per day with food and water. Timed-release gradually over 6 to 8 hours.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: For adults only.

Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Additional Information

Supports joint integrity, movement and flexibility Helps protect cartilage Maintains healthy connective tissue Science-Backed Quality Since 1969

Store in a cool, dry place.

Joint Health and Mobility Time-release formula

SWU036 Rev 1 05 18 18

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 87614 02036 5
DSLD Entry Date2019-01-07
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormTablet or Pill
BrandSwanson
DSLD ID184798
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

33
Research Sources
48
Avg Quality
21
Rct
10
Meta Analysis
2
Clinical Trial
B Chondroitin for osteoarthritis
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy and safety of the combination of glucosamine and chondroitin for knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery 2023 PubMed DOI
B Glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and the two in combination for painful knee osteoarthritis
Rct The New England journal of medicine 2006 PubMed
B Clinical Efficacy and Safety of Chondroitin Combined with Glucosamine in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Computational and mathematical methods in medicine 2022 PubMed DOI
B Combined chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine for painful knee osteoarthritis: a multicentre, randomised, double-blind, non-inferiority trial versus celecoxib
Rct Annals of the rheumatic diseases 2016 PubMed DOI
B Effectiveness and safety of glucosamine and chondroitin for the treatment of osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research 2018 PubMed DOI
C Update on the role of pharmaceutical-grade chondroitin sulfate in the symptomatic management of knee osteoarthritis
Meta Analysis Aging clinical and experimental research 2019 PubMed DOI
C Evaluation of efficacy and safety of glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and their combination regimen in the management of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Inflammopharmacology 2024 PubMed DOI
C Does incorporating collagen and chondroitin sulfate matrix in implant surfaces enhance osseointegration? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery 2018 PubMed DOI
C Effect of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate in symptomatic knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials
Meta Analysis Rheumatology international 2018 PubMed DOI
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