Has anyone tried Umary Hialuronica Acidio from Mexico?

I have osteoarthritis in both knees a friend recommended. I try this supplement and I did. It does work! What are the issues with it?

Really noticed the stiffness in my knees when I miss a day.

Would really like to know scientifically what the side effects are if any and can you take it for six months or a year with no issues

I bought all of my Umary in Mazatlan in reputable supplement companies. I started using it for more than a month. My shoulder and back pain when away within a week. Then there was an article in a Canadian news service, CTV, that claimed there were harmful ingredients in Umary. I sent the samples to the drug testing company in Canada. Here are the results and subsequent comments on the Umary testing in Canada.

First response from the drug testing company.

“We have analyzed your sample. Here are your results:
Your sample tested as diclofenac 50-55%, microcrystalline cellulose 40-45%, and an uncertain oil 5-10%. It was also negative for fentanyl and/or fentanyl analogues on the test strip.

We have tested a few samples sold to clients as the "UMARY" supplement. Consistently the results from our FTIR machine have shown diclofenac present in all the samples we've tested at a range of 35-55%. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drug sold under the brand name Voltaren, among others. It can be used to treat mild to moderate pain for inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, migraines, etc. Diclofenac may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke, and may cause gastrointestinal issues (such as ulcers) if used at high doses for prolonged periods. It is not recommended for use before or after heart surgery. If you start exhibiting any of the above signs, we recommend stopping this medication immediately.”

Here was my follow-up question:

“Thank you for your test results. The main question that I have now is how many mg of diclofenac are there in each tablet? Your test shows 50-55%. Is that 50% of the 850 mg tablet? That would be over 400 mg of diclofenac in each table which would be almost 3 times the normal daily dosage. There is a lot of filler in each tablet and there is no mention of the amount of Hyaluronic Acid in each pill which is supposed to be the main ingredient. Thank you for proving that there is diclofenac in each tablet. Now we need to know the exact amount to determine if taking Umary is still safe.”

Here is the reply to my question from the drug testing company:

“Hi there,
If you submitted an entire pill- your calculations are correct. The percentage is for the total sample you submitted, nearly half of the pill.
Daniel”

In summary, there is a lot of diclofenac in each table, more than the 150 mg maximum recommended. I would suggest that you use at your own discretion.

You might want to take a look at the Consumer Labs report on Umary.

"A woman in Vancouver who had been taking the supplement for pain relief experienced shortness of breath, chest tightness, leg rashes, and blisters on her lips. She sent the supplement to a company in Vancouver called Get Your Drugs Tested, which reported finding that the supplement contained 40% to 45% diclofenac, indicating the woman may have been taking 340 to 765 mg of diclofenac daily, which is about two to four times the typical maximum dosage of diclofenac (150 to 200 mg daily) (Alfaro, StatPearls [Internet] 2023)."
-- Drug Found in Umary Supplement: https://www.consumerlab.com/recalls/14829/drug-found-in-umary-supplement/

For everyone following this thread, have any of you tried morninga supplements? I started it to help lower my A1C and noticed that I did not have near as much aching joint muscle and bone pain. I will continue. Maybe give it a go. The one I bought is 6000mg in two capsules dose. Good luck.

What kind of supplements?

@megz the supplement is on Amazon. Carlyle Moringa Oleifera 6000mg. It was about $10.75 with tax. Google health benefits of moringa and read the webmd link that comes up. Helps with a lot of things, including arthritis, joint pain, bone density, blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, candida. I have to say, I am hopeful and encouraged.

Thanks for that. Unfortunately Moringa Oleifera is very high in oxalates, like most other plant sourced food or additives that claim to be a "superfoods". I need to avoid oxalates, but it could be good for others. We should definitely keep our eyes open for natural things that may help. Good luck with it!

What is the current opinion of methotrexate taken once a week?

Health Canada just issued an advisory on Umary. It contains Omeprazole and Diclofenac. Too bad it is no magic pill after all.

For full article, search on Google:
Canada recall and safety alerts

Hi @tinadearies, thanks for that. I believe this is the article you wished to link to:
- Unauthorized UMARY Hyaluronic Acid Dietary Supplement contains undeclared prescription drugs and may pose serious health risks https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/unauthorized-umary-hyaluronic-acid-dietary-supplement-contains-undeclared-prescription