Description
ALOX RA PLUS has all the characteristics and benefits of ALOX RA with additional dietary supplements known to aid arthritis sufferers long term. Glucosamine, MSM and Vitamin C have been available for many years and have an excellent safety record.
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance found in crab, lobster or shrimp shells. It is a biochemical building block for the formation of cartilage and is a normal component of the human body. Daily treatment with glucosamine promotes healing of worn cartilaginous tissue, improving the function of the friction bearing surfaces of the joints. This aids in maintaining or improving joint function long term. While most forms of arthritis respond to glucosamine supplementation, it is in osteoarthritis that the major benefit is seen.
MSM (Methylsulphonylmethane)
MSM is extracted from the wood of pine trees and is a natural component of the human body. This organically bound sulphur is used to build proteins in the body and is highly bio-available, being absorbed readily and easily from the gut. It has been shown that when levels of MSM are raised beyond those required for protein synthesis, it acts as a potent free radical suppressor and membrane-stabilizing agent. This has many benefits, amongst which are pain reduction and more rapid healing in conditions such as strained or damaged muscles and tendons. The inflammatory reaction in the joints of arthritis sufferers is also considerably reduced at this level of MSM supplementation. Autoimmune disorders such as allergies are reduced, suggesting further benefits in rheumatoid arthritis.
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
Adequate intake of vitamin C, extracted from fruit and vegetables, is essential for healthy skin, bone and connective tissue. Ascorbic acid potentiates the effect of MSM, helping it work better. The dosage in ALOX RA PLUS assumes that the user will be getting additional ascorbic acid from their diet.
Pregnant women should not take ALOX RA PLUS as it may cause uterine cramping. People who are allergic to crustacea or sensitive to any of the ingredients of ALOX RA PLUS should not take the tablets.
What is arthritis?
Arthritis is a painful, inflammatory disease of the joints of the body. Arthritis symptoms may be due to one of several causes such as Osteo arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis or Gouty arthritis. Regardless of the cause, the symptoms are similar: the joint becomes swollen, warm, and painful especially with movement and the skin over the joint may become red. Any joint between 2 or more bones may become affected and over time the joint usually becomes damaged.
What is ALOX RA PLUS?
ALOX RA PLUS is a safe, non-synthetic treatment for arthritis containing only naturally occurring substances known to help the symptoms of arthritis.
Each tablet contains:
| Agent | Daily dose | Dose per tablet |
| Dried Aloe ferox leaf | 120mg | 30mg |
| Glucosamine sulphate | 800mg | 200mg |
| Methylsulphonylmethane | 800mg | 200mg |
| Ascorbic acid | 250mg | 62.5mg |
Aloe ferox extracts have been used for countless years by the populations in the Southern and South-Eastern Cape regions of South Africa for the relief of the painful symptoms of arthritis. ALOX RA PLUS contains the whole Aloe leaf, dried and milled into a powder. The process of manufacture is carefully controlled and monitored to ensure that the effects of the medicine are reliable and repeatable. ALOX RA PLUS is made from free growing, non-cultivated Aloe ferox plants and is therefore free of any pesticides and has not been exposed to artificial fertilisers or chemicals of any sort. The dried Aloe ferox leaf used in ALOX RA PLUS is certified organic.
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance found in crab, lobster or shrimp shells. It is a biochemical building block for the synthesis of cartilage and is a normal component of the human body.
Methylsulphonylmethane or MSM. MSM is extracted from the wood of pine trees. It is a natural component of the human body. This dietary supplement is a highly bio-available form of sulphur and is incorporated readily into protein synthesis pathways in the body.
Ascorbic acid is vitamin C and is extracted from fruit and vegetables. Adequate intake of vitamin C is essential for healthy skin, bone and connective tissue.
How does ALOX RA PLUS work?
The Aloe ferox extract in ALOX RA PLUS works in a unique way. The important components of Aloe ferox for the treatment of arthritis are the anthraquinones and, in particular, aloin. The aloin is an inactive substance; we know this because if we inject a solution of aloin into an inflamed joint, it does not help at all. Once the ALOX RA PLUS tablets are swallowed, the aloin travels harmlessly through the stomach and the length of the gut and eventually ends up in the colon. Once there, the aloin is converted by certain natural bacteria into aloe emodin anthrone (an aglycone), the active substance. The aloe emodin anthrone is absorbed through the colon wall into the bloodstream. From there it travels to the affected joint or joints and acts on the joint reducing the inflammation, swelling and pain. This information and accurate dosage determinations were researched by Prof. M.C. Botha and BAYLABS and the SA patents office has granted BAYLABS an exclusive patent for the use of Aloe ferox in the treatment of arthritis.
Glucosamine
Treatment with 800mg glucosamine daily is reported to promote healing of worn cartilaginous tissue, thus improving the function of the friction bearing surfaces of the joints. This does not directly address the symptom of pain, however it is clearly in the long-term interest of maintaining or improving joint function. While most forms of arthritis respond to glucosamine supplementation, it is in osteoarthritis that the major benefit is seen.
Methylsulphonylmethane or MSM
This organically bound sulphur is thus far the most bio-available form of sulphur and is incorporated readily into protein synthesis pathways in the body. The sulphydral cross linkages in living protein molecules are vital in determining the 3 dimensional structure and stability of these long chain polypeptides. It has been shown that when levels of MSM are raised beyond that required for protein synthesis, it acts as a potent free radical sequestering and membrane-stabilizing agent. This has many benefits, amongst which are pain reduction and more rapid healing in conditions such as strained or damaged muscles and tendonitis. The inflammatory reaction in the joints of arthritis sufferers is also considerably reduced at this level of MSM supplementation. Autoimmune disorders such as allergies are reduced, suggesting further benefits in rheumatoid arthritis.
Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic Acid potentiates the effect of the MSM. The dosage in ALOX RA PLUS assumes that the user will be getting additional Ascorbic acid from their diet.
General
Does ALOX RA PLUS contain synthetic or aspirin like anti-inflammatory drugs which can damage my stomach and cause ulcers and cancer?
No. ALOX RA PLUS is made from completely natural extracts of plant and food origin and does not cause any gastric (stomach) symptoms.
Can I take ALOX RA PLUS with other treatments for arthritis?
Yes. ALOX RA PLUS can be taken together with other arthritis medicines, both natural and synthetic.
How long does ALOX RA PLUS take to work?
As ALOX RA PLUS reduces the inflammation in small steps, it may be a few days before an improvement in the condition is noticed; usually 3 to 14 days depending on the severity of the condition when starting the treatment. A gradual improvement will be noticed for up to 6 months. This improvement is maintained for as long as you continue to take ALOX RA PLUS.
How many tablets of ALOX RA PLUS should I take?
The normal dose is 2 tablets twice daily. Some people may need 2 tablets 3 times daily, if this dose does not cause loose stools.
Children who are old enough to swallow capsules (+- 7 years and over), can take 1 tablet twice daily.
Are there any side effects?
ALOX RA PLUS may cause loose stools and diarrhoea. If this occurs then the dose should be reduced or divided into a morning and an evening dose, or 1 tablet 3 times daily for those taking more than 2 capsules daily. Taking more than the recommended dose of ALOX RA PLUS tablets may result in diarrhoea and abdominal cramping.
ALOX RA PLUS should not normally be taken with EVAX unless you are constipated as it already has a loosening effect on the bowels.
Are there any medications or supplements that should not be taken with ALOX RA PLUS?
ALOX RA PLUS should not normally be taken with Alox Health’s EVAX.
Are there any people who should not take ALOX RA PLUS?
Pregnant women should not take ALOX RA PLUS as it may cause uterine cramping.
ALOX RA PLUS will not work in people who have had a colostomy (their colon removed).
People who are allergic to crustacea should not take ALOX RA PLUS.
People who are sensitive to any of the ingredients of ALOX RA PLUS should not take the tablets.
What can happen in the case of an overdose?
Taking more than the recommended dosage of ALOX RA PLUS may result in diarrhoea and abdominal cramping.
What makes ALOX RA PLUS the natural treatment of choice for arthritis?
ALOX RA PLUS is safe and will not harm the stomach lining like aspirin and the synthetic anti-inflammatory drugs.
The substances in ALOX RA PLUS are safe, naturally occurring and non-synthetic.
ALOX RA PLUS is free of pesticides, agro-chemicals, or industrial pollution.
ALOX RA PLUS is effective in reducing the pain and swelling in arthritic joints.
ALOX RA PLUS was developed and patented after 20 years of research by Professor MC Botha and Baylabs into the biology and health benefits of Aloe ferox and represents a significant advance on plain Aloe bitters.
ALOX RA PLUS contains additional dietary supplements for long term efficacy.
ALOX RA PLUS has an excellent track record. ALOX RA has been available on the SA market for more than 5 years with nothing but satisfied customers. Glucosamine, MSM and Vitamin C have been available for many years as dietary supplements and have an excellent safety record.
