adequan i.m Canine polysulfated glycosaminoglycan is administered two times a week for four weeks. The drug is injected intramuscularly to ensure it reaches the critical parts of the joint.

Description

How adequan i.m Works

adequan i.m Canine polysulfated glycosaminoglycan is administered two times a week for four weeks. The drug is injected intramuscularly to ensure it reaches the critical parts of the joint. It goes to work in the joint in about two hours and stays in the joint for about three days.With Adequan Canine you should see signs of improvement within four weeks. Your dog may begin to act like the playful, active dog you remember.adequan i.m

Cautions:

adequan i.m Canine polysulfated glycosaminoglycan or PSGAG should not be used in dogs who are hypersensitive to PSGAG or who have a known or suspected bleeding disorder. It should be used with caution in dogs with renal or hepatic impairment. Possible side effects pain at injection site, diarrhea and abnormal bleeding were mild, transient and self-limiting. Safety studies of PSGAG in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs have not been conducted.

 Storage Conditions:

Store at controlled room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) (See USP).

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What are the signs of canine arthritis?
It is important to note that arthritis occurs before clinical signs are shown. The beginning stages of this disease are not easily recognized. If your dog is suffering from arthritis, you will most likely see one or more of the following signs: lagging behind on walks, reluctance to walking, running, climbing stairs, jumping or playing. Additional signs may include: sluggishness, tiredness, low activity, reluctance to extend rear legs, aggressive or withdrawn behavior or other personality/behavioral changes.

Q: How do I know if my dog is at risk for this disease?
Canine arthritis does not discriminate. This disease can affect all breeds of dogs, but there are certain risk factors that you should be aware of, including: overweight, high activity levels for long periods of time, breed inherited traits, such as hip dysplasia, joint trauma, large breed and over the age of five.

Q: How does Adequan Canine polysulfated glycosaminoglycan or PSGAG work?