Randomised placebo controlled trial on the safety and efficacy of Biolane in osteoarthritis

Exclusion Criteria1

• Gout, rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory joint condition-Allergy to seafood or gelatine-Use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors-Use of corticosteroids within 4 weeks prior to baseline and throughout the study-Use of aspirin or anti-inflammatory agents 3 weeks prior to baseline and for the duration of the study-Use of complementary anti-arthritic medicines 6 weeks prior to baseline and for the duration of the study-Liver function tests greater then 3 times the upper limit of normal at baseline.