Glucosamine Sulfate

Joint & Recovery

Cartilage building block. Most evidence supports the sulfate form for knee osteoarthritis with months of consistent use.

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Typical dose
1500 mg daily
Evidence
Moderate (some RCTs)
Onset time
Cumulative: 8–24 weeks
Half-life
Forms
Capsule, Tablet
Source
marine
Best taken with
with food
Best time of day
any
Bioavailability
3/5
Safety rating
4/5
Price per serving
$0.25
Vegan / GF / 3rd-party
✗ / ✓ / ✓

Common uses

  • Knee osteoarthritis
  • Joint pain
  • Cartilage support

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Common side effects

  • Mild GI upset
  • Headache

Avoid if

  • Shellfish allergy
  • Diabetes (mild glucose effect)

Drug interactions

  • Warfarin (mild)
  • Acetaminophen

Medical disclaimer

SupplementDuel is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a physician before starting, stopping, or combining supplements.