What is Cosequin® for Dogs?
Cosequin® plays an important role in maintaining optimal joint function. Healthy articular (joint) cartilage is crucial to joint utility. Cosequin® helps support cartilage production and protect existing cartilage from breakdown. Cosequin® is the only glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate supplement that has been shown safe, effective, and bioavailable in peer-reviewed, published, controlled, U.S. veterinary studies. Cosequin® is manufactured following standards similar to those practiced by the pharmaceutical industry.
Cosequin® is available in Double Strength (DS) capsules and tasty chewable tablets and in Regular Strength capsules and soft chews for dogs.
*Source: Survey conducted in November 2009 of small animal veterinarians who recommended oral joint health supplements.
Administration: Cosequin® DS Caspules
Instructions for use:
The recommended initial administration period is four to six weeks; however, some dogs may respond in a shorter period of time. The number of Cosequin® DS capsules may then be reduced to the maintenance level. The capsules can be pulled apart and the contents sprinkled on the pet's food. Wet or moist food is preferred to ensure that the pet gets the entire amount.
| Body Weight |
Initial 4 to 6 Week Administration Period |
Maintenance Level† |
| 10-24 lbs** |
1 daily
(1/2 in the morning & 1/2 in the evening)
**(under 10 lbs, 1/2 daily) |
1/2 daily |
| 25-49 lbs |
2 daily
(1 in the morning & 1 in the evening) |
1 daily |
| 50-100 lbs |
3 daily
(2 in the morning & 1 in the evening) |
1-2 daily |
| Over 100 lbs |
4 daily
(2 in the morning & 2 in the evening) |
2 daily |
† Once consistent improvement has been seen, these maintenance levels may be reduced to an every other day administration. The maintenance level can also be used long term on healthy dogs to help support their joints.
Each Capsule Contains:
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride* |
500 mg |
| Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate* |
400 mg† |
| Manganese |
5 mg** |
* Cosequin® contains FCHG49® Glucosamine and TRH122® Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories® proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
† Reported on a hydrous basis.
** From Manganese Ascorbate.