Cosequin is a nutritional supplement to help dogs maintain healthy joints. As dogs 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 dog's joints. Each
Cosequin DS capsule contains 500 Mg Glucosamine Hcl, 400 mg 95% Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 5% Mixed Glycosaminoglycans, 33 mg Ascorbate and 5 mg Manganese. Each
Cosequin regular capsule contains 250 Mg Glucosamine Hcl, 200 mg 95% Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 5% Mixed Glycosaminoglycans, 16 mg Ascorbate and 2 mg Manganese. Each
Cosequin for Cats capsule contains 125 Mg Glucosamine Hcl, 100 mg 95% Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 5% Mixed Glycosaminoglycans, 8 mg Ascorbate and 1 mg Manganese.
What is Cosequin for Dogs?
Cosequin by Nutramax Labs 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 for dogs is available in Double Strength (DS) capsules and tasty chewable tablets and in Regular Strength capsules and soft chews.
*Source: Survey conducted in November 2009 of small animal veterinarians who recommended oral joint health supplements.
Administration: Cosequin DS Chewable Tablets
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 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 to 6 Week Administration Period |
Maintenance Level |
| 10-24 lbs** |
1 daily
(1/2 in the morning and 1/2 in the evening)
**(under 10 lbs, 1/2 daily) |
1/2 daily
(tablets are scored) |
| 25-49 lbs |
2 daily
(1 in the morning and 1 in the evening) |
1 daily |
| 50-100 lbs |
3 daily
(2 in the morning and 1 in the evening) |
1-2 daily |
| Over 100 lbs |
4 daily
(2 in the morning and 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 Chewable Tablet 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.
Administration: Cosequin DS Capsules
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 and 1/2 in the evening)
**(under 10 lbs, 1/2 daily) |
1/2 daily |
| 25-49 lbs |
2 daily
(1 in the morning and 1 in the evening) |
1 daily |
| 50-100 lbs |
3 daily
(2 in the morning and 1 in the evening) |
1-2 daily |
| Over 100 lbs |
4 daily
(2 in the morning and 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 Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
Reported on a hydrous basis.
** From Manganese Ascorbate.
Administration: Cosequin DS Plus MSM
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 scored chewable tablets may then be reduced to the maintenance level.
| Body Weight |
Administration |
Maintenance Level |
| Up to 15 lbs |
1/2 daily |
1/2 Every other day |
| 16-30 lbs |
1 daily |
1/2 daily |
| 31-60 lbs |
2 daily |
1 daily |
| Over 60 lbs |
3 daily |
1-2 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 Chewable Tablet Contains:
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride* |
600 mg |
| Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate* |
300 mg |
| Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) |
250 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.
Administration: Cosequin Soft Chew
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 Soft Chews may then be reduced to the maintenance level.
| Body Weight |
Administration |
Daily Soft Chews Maintenance |
| 10-29 lbs |
1 |
1 Every Other Day |
| 30-59 lbs |
2 |
1 |
| 60-89 lbs |
3 |
1-2 |
| 90-120 lbs |
4 |
2-3 |
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 Soft Chew Contains:
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride* |
600 mg |
| Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate* |
300 mg |
* Cosequin contains FCHG49 Glucosamine and TRH122 Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
Reported on a hydrous basis.
Administration: Cosequin Regular Strength Capsules
Instructions for use:
The recommended initial administration period is four to six weeks; however, some dogs may respond in a shorter period of time. At this time you can decrease the number of Cosequin capsules to a level that maintains your pet's comfort. 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 |
Administration |
| Under 10 lbs |
1/2 - 1 capsule daily
|
| 10-24 lbs |
2 capsules daily
(1 in the morning and 1 in the evening) |
CosequinDS (double strength) is recommended for larger dogs (over 25 lbs). Cosequin is available in flavored sprinkle capsules for cats.
Each Capsule Contains:
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride* |
250 mg |
| Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate* |
200 mg |
| Manganese |
2 mg** |
* Cosequin contains FCHG49 Glucosamine and TRH122 Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
Reported on a hydrous basis.
** From Manganese Ascorbate.
