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Can Glucosamine HCI Be Taken Along With Simvastatin?

I started taking 4000mg of glucosamine HCI for knee joint pain for running. I m 64 and taking Simvistatin to control cholesterol. No blood pressure problems. Prostate removed two years ago. Active and exercise regularly. Should I be concerned of side affects?
Wed, 2 Jan 2019
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Hi,

Simvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication. It is used along with exercise, diet, and weight loss to decrease elevated lipid levels. Glucosamine is an amino sugar and a prominent precursor in the biochemical synthesis of glycosylated proteins and lipids.

Glucosamine sulfate is a widely used supplement that may help ease pain in people with osteoarthritis. There is no interactions known to exist between use of Simvastatin and Glucosamine together.

However, if you notice any unusual symptoms while you use them together, you need to seek medical attention promptly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S,
General & Family Physician
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Can Glucosamine HCI Be Taken Along With Simvastatin?

Hi, Simvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication. It is used along with exercise, diet, and weight loss to decrease elevated lipid levels. Glucosamine is an amino sugar and a prominent precursor in the biochemical synthesis of glycosylated proteins and lipids. Glucosamine sulfate is a widely used supplement that may help ease pain in people with osteoarthritis. There is no interactions known to exist between use of Simvastatin and Glucosamine together. However, if you notice any unusual symptoms while you use them together, you need to seek medical attention promptly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ashakiran S, General & Family Physician