Dasuqin for Dogs

Most comprehensive joint health support
High quality researched ingredients
Veterinary-exclusive formula
ASU potentiates the activity of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate
U.S. Patent Nos. 5,587,363 and 6,797,289 (Additional Patent Pending)
Available in chewable tablets and tasty soft chews

What is Dasuquin?

We have combined the over ten years of clinical use and research on our joint health supplement Cosequin^® with our research in advanced joint health ingredients in developing Dasuquin^®, a cost-effective formulation for dogs, available only through your veterinarian.

Dasuquin combines NMX1000^®* ASU (avocado/soybean unsaponifiables) and decaffeinated tea with Cosequin's FCHG49^®* glucosamine hydrochloride and TRH122^®* low molecular weight chondroitin sulfate to provide the most comprehensive joint health management formula available for dogs.

Dasuquin is a dual synergistic formula: its specific glucosamine hydrochloride and low molecular weight chondroitin sulfate have demonstrated synergy in stimulating cartilage production,¹ while ASU also acts synergistically with glucosamine.

What is ASU and how does it work?
ASU (avocado/soybean unsaponifiables) is derived from avocados and soybeans. A potent ingredient demonstrated to protect cartilage which leads to improved joint function, ASU complements the effects of the other ingredients. While working via their own primary mechanisms of action, ASU, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate together deliver comprehensive joint health support. Our trademarked glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, and avocado/soybean unsaponifiables together were shown in cell studies to be better than the combination of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate alone at inhibiting expression of several agents involved in cartilage breakdown. (Click here for more info)

Dasuquin is available only from your veterinarian. Dasuquin is also available in a formula with MSM (methylsulfonylmethane). Your veterinarian can advise you on which formula is best for your dog. Dasuquin is available in two strengths: Dasuquin for Small to Medium Dogs and Dasuquin for Large Dogs.

References:
1. Lippiello L, Woodward J, Karpman R, et al. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2000;381:229-240.

*Dasuquin^® contains FCHG49^® Glucosamine, TRH122^® Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, and NMX1000^® Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables, Nutramax Laboratories^® proprietary veterinary researched specifications.

Administration: Dasuquin Soft Chews

Dog's Weight
	Initial 4-6 week administration period (soft chews per day)		Suggested maintenance level (soft chews per day)
	Small to Medium Dogs	Large Dogs	Small to Medium Dogs	Large Dogs
10-29 lbs	1	-	1 EOD*	-
30-59 lbs	2	-	1	-
60-120 lbs	-	2	-	1

*Every other day.

The recommended initial administration period is 4-6 weeks; however, some dogs may respond in a shorter period of time. If desired, the number of Dasuquin soft chews may then be reduced to a maintenance level. The maintenance level can also be used long-term on healthy dogs to help support their joints.

Each Soft Chew Contains:

Ingredient	Large Dogs	Small to Medium Dogs
Glucosamine Hydrochloride* 99%	900 mg	600 mg
Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate*	350 mg^†	250 mg^†
Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables* (ASU) Powder	90 mg^‡	45 mg^‡

† Reported on a hydrous basis.

‡ Standardized to contain a minimum of 30% of avocado/soybean unsaponifiables.

Administration: Dasuquin Chewable Tablets

Dog's Weight
	Initial 4-6 week administration period (tablets per day)		Suggested maintenance level (tablets per day)
	Small to Medium Dogs	Large Dogs	Small to Medium Dogs	Large Dogs
Under 10 lbs	0.5	-	0.5	-
10-29 lbs	1	-	0.5	-
30-59 lbs	2	-	1	-
60-120 lbs	-	2	-	1

Allow 4-6 weeks initially to note a response, though some dogs may respond sooner. If desired, the number of tablets may then be reduced to a maintenance level. Once consistent improvement is noted at the maintenance level, administration may be further reduced to every other day.

The maintenance level can also be used long-term on healthy dogs to help support their joints. An individual dog's needs may vary. Dogs on a maintenance level can be increased to the initial level as needed, e.g., on weekends or other times when they are more active, to provide support to the joints.

Each Chewable Tablet Contains:

Ingredient	Large Dogs	Small to Medium Dogs
Glucosamine Hydrochloride* 99%	900 mg	600 mg
Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate* (Low Molecular Weight)	350 mg^†	250 mg^†
Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables* (ASU) Powder	90 mg^‡	45 mg^‡

Dasuquin is also available for dogs in a formulation containing MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). Dasuquin With MSM contains 400 mg MSM in the Small to Medium Dog formulation with 800 mg MSM in Dasuquin With MSM for Large Dogs.

† Reported on a hydrous basis.

‡ Standardized to contain a minimum of 30% of avocado/soybean unsaponifiables.

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