Excess Gastric Acidity: Glucosamine is good but ACIDIC to the stomach! When taken orally, it may cause gastric irritation, nausea, shortness of breath, wheezing etc. These side effects are now commonly referred to as "Glucosamine allergy". These allergies can be avoided by using Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream instead of oral glucosamine.
Low Bio-availability: Most orally administered glucosamine is normally lost in the digestive system. Thus, only a minute fraction reaches the joints where it is most needed. This is why it takes a longer time to see the effects of oral glucosamine.
The amount of Bio-Calcium in Urah’s Bone Health is tailored to adapt to the body’s optimum ability to absorb Calcium at a slow and steady rate. Urah does not encourage current users of Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream to continue their consumption of oral calcium supplements, due to the negative long term effects of oral calcium supplements highlighted by current scientific literature. Research, thus far, have shown that increasing doses of Calcium does not necessarily increase the percentage absorbed1. On the flip side, it may lead to calcification of arteries and the formation of kidney stones2. Hence, consumption of dietary sources rich in Calcium is encouraged as a better alternative to oral calcium supplements. Intake of high dosage of oral Calcium is to be discouraged. Dietary Calcium and Urah Bio-Calcium are biologically compatible to the body’s own absorption rate and thus achieve higher efficacy than highly concentrated Oral Calcium.
There is no age limit to the calcium dosage as Urah’s Bone Health contains 1mg of calcium per 1g. One pack of 50g Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream is the recommended starter dose that should be finished in 2-3 weeks. After experiencing pain relief, a combination of regular exercise with continuous use of Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream will help give excellent lasting benefits. It will also minimise the recurrence of bio-calcium and glucosamine deficiency syndromes, due to the effective synergy between bio-calcium, glucosamine and vitamins found in Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream.
1. Committee to Review Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin D and Calcium, Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium and Vitamin D. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2010.
2. Jackson RD et al. Calcium plus vitamin D supplementation and the risk of fractures. N Engl J Med 2006; 354:669-83.
Firstly, Urah makes use of its special technology, “Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology”, to deliver glucosamine effectively into the body. This technology is patented in USA, Japan and Singapore.
Secondly, no added chemicals are used to produce the hot or cooling placebo effects.
Thirdly, unlike most products available in the market, Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream does not leave any residue on the skin. If you rub on the same spot minutes after applying Urah® MGC, you will not find any residue left on your skin. The cream is completely absorbed and delivered as promised!
In addition, Urah® MGC does not have the emulsion separation problem encountered by other brands of glucosamine cream.
Broken emulsion takes place when glucosamine concentration exceeds 7%. However, Urah® MGC is able to obtain a stable emulsion despite its 8% glucosamine concentration. Most brands therefore do not indicate its glucosamine concentration on their packaging.
Click here to Check the Quality of your Glucosamine Product before use
Glucosamine is only EFFECTIVE when it is properly DELIVERED into the body and into the blood circulation. Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream is different from other glucosamine products as it is based on Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology that delivers glucosamine completely and seamlessly, leaving no glucosamine residue on the skin. Urah proprietary formulation is based on Urah technology patent that is registered in the USA, Japan and Singapore.
The blood circulation ensures that the Urah glucosamine is circulated to all joints in the body. Hence, Urah® MGC is beneficial to all the joints in the body and is measurable in the blood.
If you are consuming or rubbing any glucosamine product and have not seen much improvement, it is advisable to check whether the product has the RIGHT DELIVERY TECHNOLOGY. Getting the right glucosamine product is the secret to getting the maximum benefits of glucosamine.
No. MSM and Omega-3 are delivered only to the local joints, not into the blood circulation. However, glucosamine can be delivered efficiently into the blood circulation due to our Urah Micellar Transdermal Technology.
TGC is our first generation product released in 2003, which uses the old formulation. The Urah® MGC now available in the market uses the new and advanced formulation. It is the latest technology and has been proven to be more effective via many clinical trials.
Urah technology patents describe only a fraction of Urah technology dealing with Bio-surface active agents and their applications in creating different hydrophile-lipophile balance. This is the basis of Urah Micellar delivery system. However, Urah formulation is not patented, and is kept as Urah coca-cola formula.
The effect of Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream (Urah Bone Health) is not localised because bio-calcium and glucosamine are effectively delivered by Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology into the bloodstream. The blood circulation ensures that the Urah bio-calcium and glucosamine are circulated to all bones and joints in the body.
Urah does not encourage current users of Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream to continue their consumption of oral calcium supplements, due to the negative long term effects of oral calcium supplements highlighted by current scientific literature.
There are four ways to check the quality of the glucosamine cream before you use it.
Concentration of Active Glucosamine
Check the packaging labels.
Most brands containing very low concentrations of glucosamine do not indicate their glucosamine concentration on the packaging. Any cream containing lower than 7% glucosamine concentration or less than 70mg per 1g serving may not be effective.
Stability of the cream
A cream is considered unstable if two layers of liquid form after a period of time. One of this liquid is water. You can check for water collection in the tube by feeling the bottom of the tube. If unhomogeneous spots of water emerge from the tube when squeezing out the cream, then the cream is considered unstable.
Glucosamine compound naturally breaks emulsions. This is why many companies find it difficult to formulate high concentration glucosamine creams. (Any cream containing lower than 7% glucosamine concentration or less than 70mg per 1g serving may not be effective.)
Another method to test the stability of a cream is to do a simple centrifuge test. The centrifuge test is done by spinning a random cream sample (20-50g) in a centrifuge at 4,000 rpm for 30-50 minutes in a clear tube. If water collects at the bottom of the tube, the cream is unstable.
Skin penetration test is a proof of efficacy of the delivery vehicle.
Rub about 1g of cream on one wrist (enough to cover your wrist joint area). Leave your other wrist untouched for comparison. Wait about 3-5 minutes before rubbing the spot again with your index finger. You may need to apply adequate pressure while rubbing. If whitish scales or powdery debris pilling off your skin is observed, then you may conclude that the delivery vehicle is inefficacious. Such glucosamine creams do not provide any benefits.
Acidity (pH) test
You may test for acidity by dipping a simple pH meter (or litmus paper) directly into the cream. If the pH level were to fall below pH2.3, the cream is considered too acidic and may harm the skin.
Glucosamine is the active ingredient in Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream. The established chondro-protective activities of glucosamine include:
1) Stimulation of biosynthesis of proteoglycans,
2) Inhibition of destructive proteolytic enzymes, and
3) Anti-inflammatory activities.
These facts can be found in the scientific publication by Shikhman AR, Amiel D, D'Lima D, et al: Published in "Ann Rheum Dis 2005, 64(1):89-94". There are no steroids in Urah products.
Our product is unique as it makes use of the Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology, which enables the delivery of high concentrations of glucosamine using micelle structures directly into the body without any side effects.
To the best of our knowledge, all Urah ingredients are natural based.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream’s main active ingredient is Glucosamine sulphate, which can be obtained from plant or animal sources. Urah does not manufacture its glucosamine sulphate ingredient. It is bought from reputable manufacturers. Glucosamine sulphate, irrespective of plant or animal origin, works ONLY when properly delivered into the body. Urah makes use of Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology patented in USA, Japan, and Singapore to deliver high concentrations of glucosamine directly into the body using micelle structures without any side effects.
In fact, our bodies produce glucosamine naturally, thus Urah Micellar Glucosamine products are very safe. No side effects or cases of allergic reactions have been recorded from any customers.
Our omega-3 triglycerides is obtained from plant sources. No cases of allergic reactions have been reported to us.
To the best of our knowledge, all Urah ingredients are natural based. As our product is a cream for topical application and not for oral consumption, it does not require Halal certification in Singapore.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream’s main active ingredient is Glucosamine sulphate, which can be obtained from plant or animal sources. Urah does not manufacture its glucosamine sulphate ingredient. It is bought from reputable manufacturers. Glucosamine sulphate, irrespective of plant or animal origin, works ONLY when properly delivered into the body. Urah makes use of Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology patented in USA, Japan, and Singapore to deliver high concentrations of glucosamine directly into the body using micelle structures without any side effects.
Currently, Urah products which contain Chondroitin are sold exclusively to hospitals and clinics in Singapore. The chondroitin content is less than 1%. Again, they are proven effective because of the Micellar Delivery Technology. Urah’s key Micellar Technology is what makes glucosamine delivery effective in all Urah products. Urah Sporting cream plus MSM is designed for younger persons and sport related pains. Joint Health plus Omega-3 is mostly for users 50+ years old in age. Bone health plus Omega-3 is for more severe cases which may also include weak bones.
Some allergic reactions may be due to the interaction of Glucosamine and the stomach as Glucosamine’s acidity may cause discomfort to those who swallow the pills with weak gastric. Although Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream’s main active ingredient is Glucosamine sulphate, Urah makes use of Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology patented in USA, Japan, and Singapore to deliver high concentrations of glucosamine directly into the body using micelle structures without any side effects. By using this novel Transdermal technology, we bypass the gastric system to the deliver Glucosamine to the blood for use. Our product, thus, serves as a safe alternative to some joint-pain sufferers who are sensitive to Glucosamine consumption via pills but still require the supplement.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine products are very safe. No side effects have been recorded from any customers.
Urah Sporting Cream is designed for pains associated with sporting activities, such as sprains, muscular stress, or general body pains in young people. MSM is used to relieve musculoskeletal pain and inflammation.
We recommend Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream (Joint Health plus Omega-3) for people aged 45 years and above who suffer from joint and body pains. It is good for preventing Arthritis and related degenerative diseases for people over 45 years and also helps with feelings of numbness.
Both Urah Sporting Cream and Joint Health plus Omega-3 are suitable for preventing arthritis and related degenerative diseases.
To begin with, all of our products contain 8% active glucosamine sulphate. Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream has a special Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology based on Urah US Patent No 6846916.
Urah® MGC "plus Omega-3" is good for preventing Arthritis and related degenerative diseases for people over 45 years and also helps with feelings of numbness. It is available in most retail pharmacies in Singapore. The packaging is green in colour.
On the other hand, Urah® MGC "plus Chondroitin" enhances synergy to strengthen joint structure and also contains 8% active glucosamine sulphate. It is exclusively available to doctors and hospitals only. The packaging is blue in colour and it may be priced higher.
The price of one unit of Urah® MGC "plus Omega-3" is S$30 in most retail pharmacies in Singapore. Urah’s Promotional Delivery Price for 2 tubes is S$55. As for one unit of Urah® MGC "plus Chondroitin", the retail price in most hospitals is S$37.45. Urah’s Promotional Delivery Price for 2 tubes is S$65.
The Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream containing just glucosamine and no additional ingredients, like omega-3, MSM and bio-calcium, is our export packaging. Thus, it is not sold in Singapore market.
One pack of 50g Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream is the recommended starter dose that should be finished in 2–3 weeks. After experiencing pain relief, a combination of regular exercise with continuous use of Urah® MGC will help give excellent lasting benefits. It will also minimise recurrence of glucosamine deficiency syndromes.
Some customers experience pain relief within a few days, while other customers require the completion of one pack of 50g Urah® MGC before noticing an improvement. This may be due to differences in the individual’s condition of their joints at the time of use, as well as the individual’s body reaction to the cream.
Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream (Urah Bone Health) can be applied to any part of the body. Bio-calcium and glucosamine are effectively delivered by Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology into the bloodstream. The blood circulation ensures that the Urah bio-calcium and glucosamine are circulated to all bones and joints in the body.
As glucosamine is an anti-inflammatory (pain-relieving) agent, it can be rubbed to the knees of knee-pain sufferers so that they can effectively feel the localised pain relief effect.
One pack of 50g Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream is the recommended starter dose that should be finished in 2-3 weeks. After experiencing pain relief, a combination of regular exercise with continuous use of Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream will help give excellent lasting benefits. It will also minimise the recurrence of bio-calcium and glucosamine deficiency syndromes, due to the effective synergy between bio-calcium, glucosamine and vitamins found in Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream.
Some customers experience pain relief within a few days, while other customers require the completion of one pack of 50g Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream before noticing an improvement. This may be due to differences in the individual’s condition of their bones and joints at the time of use, as well as the individual’s body reaction to the cream.
Urah Joint Health (8% Glucosamine plus Omega 3) is suitable for those suffering from osteoarthritis and also the elderly folks. The other Urah products that could also be useful for osteoarthritis are Urah Bone Health (10% Glucosamine plus Bio Calcium) and Urah Sporting Cream (8% Glucosamine plus MSM).
Urah Sporting Cream (Sporting Cream with MSM) is designed for pains associated with sporting activities, such as sprains, muscular stress, or general body pains. MSM is used to relieve musculoskeletal pain and inflammation.
Yes, Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology can deliver glucosamine completely and seamlessly into the blood circulation. This technology is patented in USA, Japan and Singapore.
One pack of 50g Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream is the recommended starter dose that should be finished in 2–3 weeks. After experiencing pain relief, a combination of regular exercise with continuous use of Urah® MGC will help give excellent lasting benefits. It will also minimise recurrence of glucosamine deficiency syndromes.
Some customers experience pain relief within a few days, while other customers require the completion of one pack of 50g Urah® MGC before noticing an improvement. This may be due to differences in the individual’s condition of their joints at the time of use, as well as the individual’s body reaction to the cream.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine products help to relieve joint and general body pain which is associated with cartilage digeneration. For this condition, we recommend you Urah Joint Health + Omega 3.
Some people may experience pain relief within a few days, while other customers require a longer period before noticing an improvement. This may be due to differences in the individual’s condition of the wear and tear of their joints at the time of use, as well as the individual’s body response to the cream.
After experiencing pain relief, a combination of regular exercise with continuous use of Urah Micellar Cream will help give excellent lasting benefits.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine products help to relieve joint and general body pain which is associated with cartialage digeneration. For this condition, we recommend you Urah Joint Health + Omega 3.
Some people may experience pain relief within a few days, while other customers require a longer period before noticing an improvement. This may be due to differences in the individual’s condition of the wear and tear of their joints at the time of use, as well as the individual’s body response to the cream.
After experiencing pain relief, a combination of regular exercise with continuous use of Urah Micellar Cream will help give excellent lasting benefits.
Gout is caused by deposition of uric acid salts in some joints including the knee, toes and fingers.
Because most glucosamine compounds are acidic, they may flare up gout pain within the first few minutes of application. Patients who are able to endure this initial sharp pain (which may last a few hours) may begin to feel relief after some time. To minimise this discomfort, we advise gout patients to avoid rubbing Urah cream directly on to the affected joints. Urah Micellar Technology helps to deliver glucosamine to blood circulation even when applied to any part of the body and not necessarily to the affected joint areas.
However, patients who are unable to bear the initial discomfort are advised not to use Urah cream and to seek medical advice instead.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream is classified as a Health Supplement by HSA in Singapore and does not require any medical registration. However, HSA requires Urah to submit all packaging and advertising information for approval before selling into Singapore market.
Although Urah is not required by HSA Laws to have clinical trials, GMP certification etc, Urah Singapore has independently conducted clinical research amongst 20 clinics and hospitals in Singapore, as well as establish our own GMP procedures that have enabled Urah to register our products in overseas markets, such as Japan, Germany, South Africa etc.
Before Urah MGC was introduced in Singapore, there were many topical creams claiming to be good for joint pains. However, Urah MGC has now taken over the market from all these products because of higher efficacy, safety and convenience of Urah MGC.
So far, Urah MGC is the only glucosamine product in the market that has taken the scientific step to obtain patents in US, Japan and Singapore to support our proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology. This allows it to be an effective solution for degenerative diseases and is the reason why increasingly, more government hospitals and clinics are promoting Urah products, such as Changi General Hospital, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore General Hospital, SingHealth Polyclinics and National Health Group Polyclinics.
Urah Singapore has also carried out several clinical presentations to professional groups like doctors, nurses and pharmacists in hospitals and clinics, such as KK Women's and Children's Hospital and Mount Alvernia Hospital.
Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream (Urah Bone Health) contains both bio-calcium and glucosamine to minimise the recurrence of bio-calcium and glucosamine deficiency syndromes, due to the effective synergy between bio-calcium, glucosamine and vitamins found in the cream. Bio-calcium is specifically meant to prevent the occurrence of osteoporosis, while glucosamine helps to relieve joint pain problems.
Urah has conducted clinical tests in Japan for the past one year on individuals, where the individuals were medically shown to have increased bone density upon using Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream (Urah Bone Health). However, we have yet to conduct clinical trials as Urah Micellar Bio-Calcium Cream is classified as a Health Supplement by HSA in Singapore and does not require any medical registration. HSA only requires Urah to submit all packaging and advertising information for approval before selling into Singapore market.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine products are very safe. No side effects have been recorded from any customers.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream’s main active ingredient is Glucosamine sulphate, which can be obtained from plant or animal sources. Urah does not manufacture its glucosamine sulphate ingredient. It is bought from reputable manufacturers. Glucosamine sulphate, irrespective of plant or animal origin, works ONLY when properly delivered into the body. Urah makes use of Urah Proprietary Micellar Transdermal Technology patented in USA, Japan, and Singapore to deliver high concentrations of glucosamine directly into the body using micelle structures without any side effects.
We have no problems with pregnant ladies using Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream. Many ladies in your situation in the past have used Urah® MGC without encountering any problems. So far, we have not received any complaints from pregnant ladies using Urah® MGC.
However, we are required to give a general caution for products of this nature, especially for children, pregnant and nursing mothers. There is no reason for you to stop using Urah® MGC for your pains. However, if you do notice any side effects, please stop using Urah® MGC and consult your doctor.
So far we have no problems with kidney patients using Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream. Many people in the same situation in the past have used Urah® MGC without encountering any problems. So far, we have not received any complaints from kidney patients using Urah® MGC.
Firstly, if your location is in Singapore, you can buy Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream from any Guardian, Unity or Watsons Pharmacy outlets in Singapore. You can also buy it from Changi General Hospital Pharmacy, or KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital Pharmacy, or Singapore General Hospital Pharmacy at Block 4 Outram Road.
Alternatively, you may call Mr William at 68446884 to have Urah® MGC delivered to your home or office.
You may also wish to purchase online @ http://www.urah.com.sg/product
Product will be shipped as soon as payment is received. You will enjoy free delivery service if you buy 10 units online.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Creams can be purchased from retail pharmacies in Singapore such as Guardian, Unity and Watsons. We also have technology patents from USA, Japan and Singapore for our products. Thus, you can be assured that you have purchased a product of quality and safety. We are glad that your Aunt has benefited from Urah cream and hope that she continues to apply to ease her pain. Urah is in the process of arranging distributors in Malaysia and is not banned. We are sorry for the inconvenience; however, you may wish to purchase online (prices in USD) @ http://www.urah.com.sg. Payment can be made online.
Product will be shipped as soon as payment is received. You will enjoy free delivery service if you buy 10 units online.
Our online E-shop is for our global customers, thus the prices are listed in US dollars. US dollar is chosen for payment as it is more convenient for our customers. There is no delivery charge for Singapore delivery. For more information, please call +65-68446884.
Thank you for your enquiry about Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream. We are currently making effort with local distributors in (Country Name) to make Urah products available in (Country Name).
In the meantime, we can deliver directly to you from Singapore if you order online (prices in USD) @ http://www.urah.com.sg. Product will be shipped as soon as payment is received. You will enjoy free delivery service if you buy 10 units online.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream is listed as a Health Supplement in Singapore.
Urah Micellar Glucosamine Cream is classified as a Health Supplement by Health Sciences Authority (HAS) in Singapore and does not require any medical registration. However, HSA requires Urah to submit all packaging and advertising information for approval before selling into Singapore market.
Although Urah is not required by HSA Laws to have clinical trials, GMP certification etc, Urah Singapore has independently conducted clinical research amongst 20 clinics and hospitals in Singapore, as well as establish our own GMP procedures that have enabled Urah to register our products in overseas markets, such as Japan, Germany, South Africa etc.
Urah Singapore is therefore able to provide necessary documentation for registration if we are provided with the document checklist of the country.
Before Urah® MGC was introduced in Singapore, there were many topical creams claiming to be beneficial for joint pains. However, Urah® MGC has now taken over the market from all these products because of higher efficacy, safety and convenience of Urah® MGC.
Thank you for your feedback on Urah product! We are particularly interested in your feedback because we rarely received such negative feedback for Osteoarthritis conditions.
Normally, we advise people with osteoarthritis for a long period to rub sufficient amount of Urah cream 2-3 times daily for about 4 weeks.
While some people may get quick results, others may only start to experience results after finishing 2-3 tubes. We have also seen people who feel better after they changed from one Urah product type to another. Example, Urah Joint Health Plus Omega-3, Urah Sporting Cream or Urah Bone Health. We cannot explain why these individual differences occur but it happens.
Finally, we always advise customers to seek medical advice if condition persists after six months of Urah products. Sometimes, the condition and pain may not be due to osteoarthritis.
We hope the above information is helpful. Kindly let us know if you need more clarifications.
You may be suffering from gout. Kindly check with your physician.
Gout is caused by deposition of uric acid salts in some joints including the knee, toes and fingers.
Because most glucosamine compounds are acidic, they may flare up gout pain within the first few minutes of application. Patients who are able to endure this initial sharp pain (which may last a few hours) may begin to feel relief after some time. To minimise this discomfort, we advise gout patients to avoid rubbing Urah cream directly on to the affected joints. Urah Micellar Technology helps to deliver glucosamine to blood circulation even when applied to any part of the body and not necessarily to the affected joint areas.
However, patients who are unable to bear the initial discomfort are advised not to use Urah cream and to seek medical advice instead.
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