Description and Overview: Cosequin DS Chewable Tablets contain glucosamine hydrochloride and sodium chondroitin sulfate. The ingredients in Cosequin work together to help support healthy cartilage. Cosequin joint health supplements are brought to you by Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, the #1 veterinarian recommended supplement company. Source: Among retail brands. Survey conducted among small animal veterinarians who recommended oral joint health supplements. *Source: Survey conducted among small animal veterinarians who recommended animal supplements.
Product Brand & Name: Nutramax Cosequin DS Chewables Tablets 132 ct
Includes: 132 tablets
Intended for: Dog
Dimensions: 2.75 in x 2.75 in x 4.75 in
Directions: 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 chewable tablets may then be reduced to the maintenance level. The chewable tablets may be fed directly or crumbled and mixed with food.
| Body Weight | Initial 4-6 Week Administrative Period | Maintenance Dose |
| <10 lbs | 1/2 daily (tablets are scored) | 1/2 daily (tablets are scored) |
| 10-24 lbs | 1 daily (1/2 in morning and 1/2 in evening) | 1 daily |
| 25-49 lbs | 2 daily (1 in morning and 1 in evening) | 1 daily |
| 50-100 lbs | 3 daily (2 in morning and 1 in evening) | 1-2 daily |
| >100 lbs | 4 daily (2 in morning and 2 in 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.
Warnings/Cautions: Keep bottle out of reach of children.
Ingredients: Glucosamine Hydrochloride 500 mg, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 400 mg, Manganese (Manganese Ascorbate) 3 mg. Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, natural and artificial flavors, and silicon dioxide.
