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CAT
ARTHRITIS? RETURN YOUR CAT TO MOBILITY AND JOINT HEALTH WITH COSEQUIN
Cat arthritis is not
a very common ailment among healthy cats. Most arthritis found in
cats is from an accident that has made the bones or joints weak.
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints and there is more than
one type of arthritis that can affect your cat.
Cats usually suffer with two different types of arthritis,
both of which are treatable by feline arthritis medication.
The first one is traumatic arthritis, this is brought
on by an injury. It could have been a fight with another animal
or even being hit by a car.
Osteoarthritis is when a joint just quits working
properly and new bone is growing around the joint. Many older cats
have this type of arthritis and can be brought on from numerous
accidents including dislocations of their joints or even fractures.
Traumatic arthritis does not usually last but can
be very painful, if it is more or less a sprain. But, if it involves
a fracture then the pain can last a longer time and may even need
surgery to heal the fracture or dislocation.
In the case of Osteoarthritis the pain is severe and
your cat will need some relief from the pain. If your cat is overweight
the pain can even be more severe.
Thankfully there is reatment for these types of cat
arthritis, such as feline
Cosequin.
Your cat will enjoy life more and be able to chase those mice again
if treatment is regular. It is no fun to play and jump and be a
cat when they are in severe pain. The longer your cat sits around
in pain the stiffer the joints will become. The pain will then increase
with every step they take.
Be sure to get the treatment your cat needs so they
can enjoy life once again.
 What
the vet says
Aids in the treatment of arthritis and other joint abnormalities.
Cosequin combines Glucosamine and Chondroitin to maintain optimal
joint function in your old or arthritic pet. Cats and Dogs.
Helps provide the necessary nutrients for cartilage repair and
function.
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Cosequin FAQ
Cosequin for cats is a nutritional supplement to help
cats maintain healthy joints. As cats age, it is common for their
joints to become less flexible which impacts their mobility and
quality of life. COSEQUIN is an exclusive formula to support and
maintain the health of your cat's joints. Each natural chicken &
tuna flavored sprinkle capsule contains 125 mg Glucosamine HCl,
100 mg 95% Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 5% Mixed Glycosaminoglycans,
8 mg Ascorbate and 1 mg Manganese.
Brand Name(s)
Cosequin for Cats (Nutramax)
Active Ingredient(s)
Glucosamine (125mg), Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate (100mg), Ascorbate
(8mg), Manganese (1mg).
What is Cosequin used for?
Cosequin for cats is a nutritional supplement to help cats maintain
healthy joints. Cosequin for cats is an exclusive formula to support
and maintain the health of the cats joints.
Availability
Cosequin for cats is a natural chicken and tuna flavored non-prescription
(OTC) product. It is packaged as a sprinkle capsule intended to
be added to food.
How Cosequin for cats should be used?
The usual starting dose, for the first 4 to 6 weeks, for cats under
10 lbs is the contents of 1 capsule once a day and for cats over
10 lbs give the contents of 2 capsules once a day. After 4 to 6
weeks, use a maintenance dose giving the product every other day
instead of once a day.
What are the side effects
Side effects are rare but may include diarrhea.
What special precautions are there
This product is not intended to be used in place of other treatments
in the presence of an infection or if surgery is needed.
In the event of overdose
Overdose is not likely but may result in diarrhea.
How should I store Cosequin for cats?
Store the container in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.
Keep out of the reach of children.
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