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A nutritional supplement to help dogs maintain
healthy joints
Cosequin comes in several forms covering the needs
of cats, small dogs, and large dogs.
Cosequin is one of the most
popular choices today among veterinarians for older pets who are getting a
little stiff in the joints and is designed to help support and maintain the
health of your pet's joints and cartilage for more activity and a higher quality
of life. The active ingredients in Cosequin include glucosamine hcl, chondroitin
sulphate and manganese. Each main ingredient serves a unique purpose and it is
the synergistic effect of these and other ingredients performing together,
concurrently, that make it so effective. Other products may have some of the
same ingredients but they may not be as effective as Cosequin due to the
combination and synergistic effect of the ingredients being
different.
As dogs age, it is common for their joints to become
less flexible which impacts their mobility and quality of life. Cosequin is an
exclusive formula to support and maintain the health of your dog's joints. Each
capsule contains 500 mg Glucosamine Hcl, 400 mg 95% Sodium Chondroitin Sulphate
5% mixed Glycosaminoglycans, 33 mg Ascorbate and 5 mg
Manganese.
Initial dosage - six weeks: 10-20kg - 2caps.
per day (1am/1pm) 20-40kg - 3caps. per day (2am/1pm) Over 40kg
- 4caps. per day (2am/2pm).
After the initial six week loading
period, reduce dosage to maintenance level. This should be done gradually in
0.5-1 capsule steps, depending on the size of the pet. Do not alter dosage more
than once a month. The capsules can be pulled apart and the contents sprinkled
on the food. Wet or moist food is preferred to ensure that the entire amount is
taken.
Also, an ingredient such as glucosamine may have the same
name from product to product, but it may not have been produced by the same
processes and standards that the glucosamine in cosequin is, and, may
consequently not be as effective, an important reason to purchase a proven
product that is produced under the highest standards and that has been shown to
be highly effective. Also, the ingredients in Cosequin are designed to offer
relief by actually improving the health of the cartilage matrix, whereas, some
pain products, including steroids and NSAIDs, can actually damage
it.
Cosequin is available in regular strength capsules for small
dogs and larger felines, Cosequin DS capsules and Cosequin DS
chewables for medium to large dogs,Cosequin cat and Cosequin equine powder for
horses.
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