Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietician the following questions about glucosamine:

1. Will glucosamine and chondroitin help my particular condition?
   
   
2. How long do you recommend I take the supplements?
   
   
3. Can these supplements interact with aspirin, anticoagulants or any other drugs I am taking?
   
   
4. Is it safe to take glucosamine and chondroitin if I have allergies, asthma, diabetes, prediabetes or other conditions of concern?
   
   
5. Is it safe to take them if I’m pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding?
   
   
6. Is it safe for my children to taken them?
   
   
7. Can these supplements have any side effects in me? What should I do if I notice any side effects?
   
   
8. What is the proper dose of these supplements for my condition?
   
   
9. Could there be any complications if I stop taking these supplements?
   
   
10. How can I be sure the brand I’m taking is safe and pure?
    
    
11. Does one brand of supplement have better quality than the others?