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"How
To Protect Your Dog From Joint Disease - Adequan"
All animals as they age are prone to
osteoarthritis; this disease is very painful and since the animal
can not tell you he is hurting, he suffers longer with the pain.
Adequan is a unique prescription medication that will
help your dog that is suffering from osteoarthritis, Degenerative
Joint Disease, and musculoskeletal disorders. Osteoarthritis is
a very painful condition that is caused by the wear and tear of
the cartilage and other parts of the joints. Signs of osteoarthritis
are limping or lameness, decreased activity or exercise, reluctance
to stand, climb stairs, jump, run, or difficulty in performing these
activities, stiffness or decreased movement of joints.
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Adequan is not like most other medications that are
used for osteoarthritis, most medications today only help to manage
the pain that is caused from any type of arthritis or osteoarthritis,
musculoskeletal disorders, or any type of soft tissue injury. Adequan
will modify the disease cycle and will control its symptoms.
The way Adequan works is as damaging enzymes form
Adequan will block them, when inflammation causes pain in your dog
it will relieve the pain, if any joint lubrication diminishes Adequan
will improve the lubrication, and before any cartilage damage can
continue it inhibits degeneration.
You will have to visit your veterinarian before treatment
can begin. Adequan is only given by prescription and then is given
in a shot form. Your veterinarian will be able to decide how much
and how often Adequan should be given.
With Adequan, your dog will on the road to recovery
within 2 weeks and back to his normal activities. Adequan is long
lasting and you will notice that your dog is feeling so much better,
because you are not just managing his pain, you are treating the
disease that causes the pain.
So, talk with your veterinarian and show your dog
that you do really care, by treating the disease and not pacifying
his pain.
 What
the vet says
Adequan Canine is recommended for the control of signs associated
with non-infectious degenerative and/or traumatic arthritis
of canine synovial joints and following surgical procedures
involving a joint. (Syringe not included)
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Adequan FAQ
Brand Name(s)
Adequan Canine (Luitpold)
What is Adequan used for?
Adequan Canine is recommended for intramuscular injection for the
control of signs associated with non-infectious degenerative and/or
traumatic arthritis of canine synovial joints.
Availability
Adequan Canine is a prescription medication available as 100mg/
ml multi-dose vial.
How should Adequan be used?
Adequan Canine is FDA approved for use in veterinary medicine. The
usual dose in dogs is 2mg/ lb by intramuscular injection only, twice
a week for up to 4 weeks. Do not exceed the recommended dose or
therapeutic regimen. Do not mix Adequan Canine with other drugs
or solvents.
What are the side effects
Side effects that may occur include transient pain at the site of
the injection, transient diarrhea, and abnormal bleeding.
What special precautions are there
This medication should not be used in dogs allergic to it. Do not
use in dogs with known or suspected bleeding disorders. Studies
to establish the safety of Adequan Canine in breeding, pregnant
or lactating dogs have not been conducted. Use with caution in dogs
with kidney or liver impairment.
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