(Nutramax Laboratories) Cosequin plays an important role in maintaining optimal joint function. The superior quality ingredients provide the raw materials that are essential for the synthesis of synovial fluid and the major components of articular cartilage matrix. The synergistic effect of each ingredient performing its primary function concurrently is what makes Cosequin unique and the only true broad-spectrum cartilage matrix enhancer. 3.3 gram scoop included.
Maintenance Dose: 2 scoops (6.6 g) per day
Loading Dose: Maintenance dose plus 4 scoops (13.2 g) for 28 days
Contains a special low molecular weight chondroitin sulfate more easily absorbed than the common high molecular weight chondroitin sulfate. Backed up by extensive clinical and field testing. The synergistic effect of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate performing their primary functions concurrently, using manganese and ascorbate as cofactors, is what makes Cosequin unique and the only product of its kind. Cosequin may be helpful for a horse suffering from Navicular. In the December 1, 2001 issue of Sidelines Equestrian News Magazine, there was a great article on the benefits of administering Cosequin to horses with Navicular. The article gave reference to a study done by the College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University, in which horses with Navicular were given the supplement for 8 weeks. Results from the testing showed significant improvement with the Cosequin. Choice of champion 3-day eventer Kimberly (Vinoski) Severson. U.S. Patent Nos. 5,364,845 and 5,587,363.
Detailed Instructions:
The initial administration period is 4 to 6 weeks. The dosage can be increased but should not be decreased during this period. Consult your veternarian before begining any new supplement program.
One of the remarkable functions of articular cartilage is its ability to replenish its major components in response to the mechanical forces placed on it. Cartilage replenishes itself by manufacturing huge amounts of collagen and proteoglycans. Collagen, a tough, ropy protein that connects the tissues, provides the tensile strength of cartilage. The water-structuring properties of proteoglycans provide the compressive resilience. The continuous synthesizing process of cartilage replenishment generates extremely large demands for the building blocks of collagen and proteoglycans. If the raw materials (nutrients) for these building blocks are not available in the amounts required, the synthesizing process is impaired and the cartilage cannot replenish itself.
Cosequin provides these raw materials. Cosequin is a patented combination of dietary ingredients of unparralleled purity and each has its own primary function in connective tissues synthesis.
Glucosamine HCL - In addition to being the main substrate for the biosynthesis of glycosaminoglycans and hyaluronic acid, the primary function of glucosamine is to stimulate the secretion of glycosaminoglycans in the articular cartilage.
Chondroitin Sulfate - In addition to being the major glycosaminoglycans found in cartilage, its primary function is to inhibit degradative enzymes. Degradative enzymes contribute to cartilage breakdown.
Manganese - A necessary cofactor in the body for the biosynthesis of glycosaminoglycans.
Ascorbate - It is a necessary cofactor in the body for collagen biosynthesis.
The synergistic effect of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate performing their primary functions concurrently, using manganese and ascorbate as cofactors, is what makes Cosequin unique and the only product of its kind. This overall matrix enhancement will make Cosequin more economical to use the longer an animal is on the product.
The ingredients in Cosequin are of unparalleled purity. A multiple-step purification process ensures maximum ingredient integrity.
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