Is Glucosamine Sulfate More Effective Than Glucosamine Hydrochloride?
Is Glucosamine Sulfate More Effective Than Glucosamine Hydrochloride? Thursday August 14, 2008 The effectiveness of glucosamine as a treatment for osteoarthritis has been debated for years. Clinical trials have produced conflicting results and patients were left confused by the information available. The scientific evidence shares the stage with testimonials from patients who have used the dietary supplement — some swear by it while others say it did nothing for them. Most doctors resigned themselves to saying “you can give it a try”. Some clinical trials have suggested that the effectiveness of glucosamine may depend on the form you use — glucosamine sulfate versus glucosamine hydrochloride. Trials of glucosamine hydrochloride though have shown it to be no better than placebo. That’s a waste of money then, isn’t it? Cl
