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Dona Crystalline Glucosamine Sulfate Caplets - 60 ea

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DONA was recommended to me by a rheumatologist who said it was the specific formulation that had been found effective in the most well-designed studies. I got the feeling from her that not all glucosamine sulfate sources are equal. And it works; my knees are much better with than without this supplement. Walgreens is the only retailer in my city that carries it, but they're out of stock with it most of the time. Finally, a source on the internet. Buy several, though, just to be sure you don't run out.

Eighteen months ago a non-trauma injury caused me to experience pain when walking and unable to run. I figured a little time would heal it, but, days, weeks and months came and went with little improvement. I learned to deal with the pain and by learning to put more weight on the outside of the foot I could continue, to a limited extent, run. My ankle would hurt for the first mile and half while it warmed up -but, following the run I would again have pain for the next day. I tried a lot of things, such as ankle braces, tape, insoles, supplements, diet and rest -but, remained frustrated with the lack of improvement. I had tried other glucosamine supplements which also included chondroitin and MSM, but, they seemed of little value. One day I read some research about Dona caplets so I decided to try them - albeit they are very expensive.

After taking Dona for a few weeks I saw a noticeable improvement - and after I finished the 30 day supply, I felt like I was well on the road to recovery. Unsure it was really the Dona caplets, and due to their high cost, I stopped using them. Only a few weeks later I began to notice a definite increase in pain in my ankle and the need to again adjust my walk and stride. So, despite their high cost, I purchased another months supply and again I am feeling much less pain and discomfort. For the past three months I have been able to run regularly while using these caplets daily.

These caplets are not the miracle I was wishing for, but, they definitely have improved my ability to stay active. I was a little surprised that they worked because much of the research seems to indicate that you need chondroitin along with glucosamine. Anyway, I have proven to myself that these caplets provide improvements that I have not seen with other less expensive similar supplements.

Dona Crystalline Glucosamine Sulfate Caplets - 60 ea

These have sure made a difference to my aching joints. I didn't have any specific problem, just aches and stiffness. Since I started using these pills, my joints are less stiff after sitting at the computer for an hour and I sleep better because my joints don't start aching at night.

Be sure to check with your doctor before using these to make sure you don't have anything that would mean they were a bad idea.

My doctor suggested that I add this medication to the prescription arthritis medications I already take. I couldn't find it at my local drug stores -- I've noticed that store inventories have really become spotty during this weakening economy. Buying it online is so much easier than going to store after store trying to find the product!

Dona is the glucosamine product which my doctor recommends for a very important reason: it's a European supplement, and, therefore, regulated. It means you can be certain you are getting what the product is supposed to be. With supplements here -- having no FDA oversight -- you often do NOT get what you think you are paying for. The other issue is that this product is expensive, and Walgreens here no longer carries it; I must search for the best price I can find. Amazon is it.

I bought Dona at amazon.com a month ago. After one week of taking it I felt that my hip joint pain became noticeably less. Now I feel myself much beter.

I used this after I was diagnosed with early osteoarthritis in my left hand. I'm only 35, but my hand deteriorated so rapidly and severely that I had trouble bathing and getting dressed. I wanted to try glucosamine sulfate, and I chose Dona because results were proven in clinical trials.

I am thrilled with this product. After only two weeks I had NO pain in my hand. It was amazing. Now I've been taking it for three weeks and I have nearly full mobility. This stuff is awesome and I plan to keep taking it. Highly recommended for arthritis.

The only drawback is that it's expensive, especially since the directions suggest taking it every day for 3 years! I wish insurance would pay for this because it works like a charm.

An acquaintance had problems of worn cartilage. Research showed this exact brand of Glucosamine SULFATE had a proven helpful effect. Got some for her, and seemed a bit better after a few weeks. Now, a few months in, it's not like she's playing volleyball and mountain climbing, but the knees are much better.

Look carefully, Amazon has a lot of SKUs of this thing, so compare price/shipping (don't get packets by mistake!)

An acquaintance had problems of worn cartilage. Research showed this exact brand of Glucosamine SULFATE had a proven helpful effect. Got some for her, and seemed a bit better after a few weeks. Now, a few months in, it's not like she's playing volleyball and mountain climbing, but the knees are much better.

Look carefully, Amazon has a lot of SKUs of this thing, so compare price/shipping (don't get packets by mistake!)

recommended by my husband's rheumatologist, and seems to be making it much easier for him to remain active.