Cosequin® RS Review - Is This Product Helpful for Dog's Joint Health?

Cosequin® RS for dogs: Overview

Cosequin® Regular strength (RS) for dogs is manufactured by Nutramax and is part of the Cosequin joint care range. It helps to protect and support cartilage production.

Cosequin® RS for dogs: Details

Cosequin® RS for dogs is a patented nutritional supplement for joint health. It is part of the Cosequin range which is described as the #1 veterinarian recommended brand. Unlike other brands, Cosequin claims to contain high purity glucosamine, low molecular weight chondroitin sulfate enabling better absorption. It uses a patented formula of TRH122® chondroitin sulfate, FCHG49® glucosamine, and manganese ascorbate which helps support cartilage production whilst slowing down the enzymes involved in the breakdown of cartilage. The Cosequin brand has also been proven effective in peer reviewed, published and controlled US studies. Cosequin RS contains half the amount of active ingredients found in their double strength version of the product. Dosage begins with a 4-6 week administration period ranging from ½ capsule daily for dogs 10-24lbs up to 2 capsules daily for dogs over 100lbs. A reduced maintenance period of every other day administration can then be followed once an improvement in symptoms is seen. Cosequin® RS for dogs is available from your veterinarian or online retailers listed on the Nutramax Laboratories Inc website. A 90 count bottle of capsules can be purchased for $23.99.

Good about Cosequin® RS for dogs

• Links to articles and clinical studies proving effectiveness of this product are on the manufacturer website.
• Safe, effective and easily absorbed ingredients.
• Very informative and easy to navigate website, including comprehensive FAQ section, videos, consumer brochure, links to fact sheets and ingredients.
• Cosequin® RS is also available as Cosequin® DS, and Cosequin® DS Plus MSM.
• Available from veterinarian or reputable online retailers such as Costo.com. Links can be found on the manufacturer website.

Bad about Cosequin® RS for dogs

• As a nutritional supplement, this product may work more gradually than prescription medications. Results may not be seen for up to 6 weeks.
• May be more expensive than competitive products however, the product does claim to contain higher quality ingredients and proven effectiveness.

Conclusion

Although there are other products on the market containing higher levels of the active ingredients glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate for a similar price, Cosequin® RS claims to contain high purity forms of these ingredients. Links from the manufacturer website to the clinical trials and articles carried out for this product are a positive selling point. In addition Nutramax Laboratories Inc states that Cosequin® RS for dogs is manufactured with the same high standards as its human version of the product. For this reason Cosequin® RS may prove worth the cost for the assurance that you are buying a high quality and safe product.