FAQ

  • Can joint degradation be avoided by reducing exercise or walking?
    Actually, moderate exercise can relief joint stiffness and is essential to joint health. The suitable activities for the knee joint are water exercises, cycling, and walking. However, activities that involve high impact and repetitive motion like running or tennis should be avoided.1
  • Can I use collagen to repair cartilage?
    There is currently insufficient evidence on the effectiveness of collagen taken directly as an oral supplement.2 Many people think that consuming more foods like pork trotters and chicken feet may supplement collagen but overlook their relatively high fat content.3,4
  • Can Viartril®-S be taken for a long time?
    Viartril®-S is a glucosamine sulfate formulation. It is independently developed. The entire product has been comprehensively tested in clinical trials to ensure its safety and efficacy.5-10
  • When will Viartril®-S take effect?
    Clinical studies have revealed that patients with knee joint pain experienced less pain after 2 weeks of Viartril®-S supplementation.11
  • Why is "Glucosamine Sulphate" more effective than other glucosamines in improving knee joint pain?
    A clinical study has confirmed that glucosamine sulphate can supplement the cartilage matrix, promote cartilage repair, and delay cartilage degradation.12 It is easily absorbed by the body and remains in the body for a longer period of time .13,14*
  • Who is suitable to take Viartril®-S?

    Viartril®-S can effectively slow down joint-space narrowing by 5-fold. It helps delay degradation, restore joint flexibility, and repair cartilage.5,8,12,15 Viartril®-S is suitable for people concerned about joint health.5

                            *Comparison between 1,500mg of glucosamine sulphate vs. 1,500mg single dose glucosamine hydrochloride14

References：

  1. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://t.ly/vtrBl. Accessed Jan 2025.
  2. Van Vijven JPJ, et al. Osteoarth and Cartilage. 2012;20:809-821.
  3. WebMD. Available at: https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-trotters#1. Accessed Jan 2025.
  4. Healthline. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chicken-feet#nutrients. Accessed Jan 2025.
  5. Viartril-S Capsules 250mg & 500mg Package Insert: Version L1086D.
  6. Viartril-S Sachets 1500mg Package Insert: Version L1019F.
  7. Persiani S, et al. Osteoarth Cartilage. 2005; 13:1041-1049.
  8. Bruyère O, et al. Semin Arth Rheum. 2016;45(4 Suppl): S12-17.
  9. Bruyère O, et al. Osteoarth and Cartilage. 2008:16(2):254-260.
  10. Runhaar J, et al. Semin Arth Rheum. 2016;45:542-48.
  11. Herrero-Beaumont G, et al. Future Rheumatol. 2006;1(4):397-414.
  12. Sun Y, et al. J Orthop Surg Res. 2020;15(1):150.
  13. Persiani S, et al. OsteoArth and Carti. 2005;13:1041-1049.
  14. Kucharz EJ, et al. Curr Med Res Opin. 2016;32(6):997-1004.
  15. Reginster JY, et al. Lancet. 2001;357: 251-56.
The effectiveness and side effects of product may vary among individuals. Please read the package insert before use. For details, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
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