A topical cream containing glucosamine sulphate, chondroitin sulphate, and camphor v placebo in osteoarthritis of the knee at 8 weeks‡
| Outcome | Follow up | Active cream | Placebo | Difference between groups (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ‡CI defined in glossary. | ||||
| Mean change from baseline in joint pain (visual analogue scale 0–10 cm) | Week 4 | −2.6 | −1.4 | 1.2 (0.1 to 2.4) |
| Week 8 | −3.3 | −1.6 | 1.8 (0.6 to 2.9) | |