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Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM and Boswellia Supplements for Joint Health Reviewed by ConsumerLab.com

Glucosamine's Effect on Glaucoma

Question:
Is it true that taking glucosamine might make my glaucoma worse?

Answer:
Two studies suggest that glucosamine can modestly increase intraocular pressure in people with glaucoma or intraocular hypertension. For details, see the "Concerns and Cautions" section of the Glucosamine and Chondroitin Review >>

Also, be aware that bitter orange, an ingredient found in some stimulant weight loss supplements, may also worsen a specific type of glaucoma.

See the Encyclopedia article about Glaucoma for more information.

Learn more about glucosamine supplements:



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andrea17335   December 5, 2018
If glucosamine could make glaucoma worse, would boswellia do the same?
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ConsumerLab.com   December 26, 2018
Hi Andrea - We are not aware of any studies or reports on the effects of boswellia on glaucoma.
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This CL Answer initially posted on 7/8/2015. Last updated 1/21/2019.
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