To be used in cats and dogs to treat primary and secondary inflammatory arthritis and other inflammatory processes of joints, such as tendonitis, synovitis and non-infectious arthritis. Used to treat chondropathies, hydrarthrosis and osteoarthritis. It has joint anti-inflammatory properties and it functions as an adjuvant to promote fracture healing. It aids articular cartilage regeneration: By stimulating the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans. It has a chondropotective effect: When administered orally, CS has a chondroprotective effect: it stimulates the synthesis of proteoglycans and collagen by chondrocytes, it normalizes synovial fluid and increases its viscosity. It also inhibits cartilage-degrading enzymes. Combination therapy with NSAIDs: Synergy in the treatment of some types of acute pain. Since the anti-inflammatory activity of glucosamine is different from that of the NSAIDs, it is possible that the combined action of both reduces the dose of NSAIDs required to produce an anti-exudative effect.
Route of Administration
Oral
Dosage and Instructions for Use
Dogs of all ages: - Up to 10 kg live weight: 5 g - From 11 to 25 kg live weight: 10 g - Over 26 kg live weight: 15 g Administer once daily. Duration of treatment will be determined by the prescribing veterinarian.
Contraindications / Warnings / Precautions
Do not use in case of known hypersensitivity to any components in the formulation. Do not use in pregnant or lactating animals. Reported adverse effects were: gastric discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, tympanites and nausea, all of which were usually temporary.
