Re: [at-l] Glucosatrin

["W F Thorneloe, MD" <thornel@ibm.net>]

This gets to the heart of why I express skepticism over this and similar 
"stuff." So much of it is based on marketing and testimonials, and so 
little on strict research. There is little money for the research, as these 
are chemicals and compounds that cannot be patented, hence little gain for 
anyone investing the time and expense of research.

There are further issues, such as how these companies skirt FDA rules 
regarding promotional material and hawk their wares. We at least seem to 
know that safety is not a major problem, although efficacy may be 
controversial. Use it if you believe in it. Be cautious about discarding 
more routine and proven treatments, Discuss with a real world doctor in any 
case.

OrangeBug
Atlanta, GA

At 10:49 PM 10/5/1999 -0400, bullard@northnet.org wrote:
>I would venture to guess that the 'surprising' results of the Glucosatrin
>were entirely the result of the glucosamine (sulfate, hydrochloride or
>both) rather than the other ingredients. The only web page I found on
>Glucosatrin was a dealer's site which listed "one month supply $29.99 - on
>sale for $25.00". It didn't say what constitutes a one month supply. I buy
>180 glucosamine sulfate 250mg capsules at BJ's Wholesale Club for $14.99.
>At my 2 capsules/day dosage that's a 3 month supply. If I were to take the
>recommended dose of 3/day it's still a 2 month supply. I'd rather buy just
>the glucosamine, get more for my money and not wonder what the other stuff
>is doing to me.

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