About shark cartilage powder
Dietary supplement; shark cartilage
Used for
- Marketed for joint health and arthritis, but benefits are not established.
Usual adult dose
No established evidence-based dose.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Nausea
- Constipation
Important warnings
- May contain harmful contaminants; product quality can vary.
- Avoid in people with seafood allergies.
- May increase calcium levels or affect blood sugar.
Pregnancy
Avoid; safety is not established.
Breastfeeding
Avoid; safety is not established.
Interactions
- May interact with diabetes medicines.
- May interact with calcium supplements or medicines affecting calcium levels.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.