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Fatty acids cetyl esters

Oils / Oils and their derivatives

Also known as: Cetylated fatty acidsCeladrin®
Related Remedies: Cetyl myristoleate

Description: Fatty acids cetyl esters are waxy substances. Chemically they are esters of cetyl alcohol and some fatty acids. They are produced from bovine fat or synthetically. They are used mainly for joint problems.

Oral Uses

  • Osteoarthritis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • General arthritic conditions RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • General joint conditions RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Ankylosing spondylitis RatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation; alleviate pain and other symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Back pain RatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation; alleviate pain and other symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Behçet's disease RatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Analgesic RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are analgesic; they alleviate pain. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-aging Rating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-aging; they slow down aging process. Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Topical Uses

  • Osteoarthritis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

  • General arthritic conditions RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

  • General joint conditions RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory and joint lubricant; they improve joint function and mobility; alleviate pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

  • Ankylosing spondylitis RatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation; alleviate pain and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

  • Back pain RatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation; alleviate pain and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

  • Bursitis RatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation; alleviate pain and other symptoms. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Anodyne RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anodyne; they alleviate pain. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    Fatty acids cetyl esters are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation. Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take 1-2 g of fatty acids cetyl esters daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Apply fatty acids cetyl esters containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Do not use it if you are pregnant or nursing.

Available Forms

Fatty acids cetyl esters are available in capsule, tablet, cream and lotion form.

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