GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Chemical Properties

storage temp. 

2-8°C

InChI

InChI=1/C6H13NO5.ClH.K.H2O4S/c7-3(1-8)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-9;;;1-5(2,3)4/h1,3-6,9-12H,2,7H2;1H;;(H2,1,2,3,4)/q;;+1;/p-1/t3-,4+,5+,6+;;;/s3

InChIKey

UOUQWMJTBOYJTE-SAFQYCKMNA-M

SMILES

Cl[K].[C@@H](O)([C@@H](N)C=O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)CO.S(O)(O)(=O)=O |&1:2,4,8,10,r|

GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Usage And Synthesis

Description

Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride is a salt form of glucosamine used as a dietary supplement and over-the-counter medication for the treatment of mild to moderate osteoarthritis (OA).

Uses

Glucosamine sulfate potassium chloride EP Reference standard, intended for use in laboratory tests only as specifically prescribed in the European Pharmacopoeia.

Mechanism of action

Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride is a stimulant for proteoglycan synthesis. Proteoglycans are essential components for the formation and maintenance of healthy cartilage. Glucosamine Sulphate Potassium Chloride repairs joints by building cartilage (the soft connective tissue surrounding joints). Furthermore, it possesses anti-inflammatory properties that alleviate pain and inflammation (swelling).

Side effects

Glucosamine sulphate potassium chloride is generally well tolerated under routine use, with no reports of serious adverse reactions. Potential common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation.

GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE POTASSIUM CHLORIDE(1296149-08-0)Related Product Information

• Potassium chloride
• Glucosamine sulfate