Adequan
Adequan
Adequan is a prescription medication formulated to stop the degeneration of joints while stimulating their reconstruction. This water-based medication uses polysulfated glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG) to prevent the deterioration of joints by facilitating the production of cartilage. Additionally, the product stimulates the synovial membrane to facilitate the production of more joint-lubricating synovial fluid.
Adequan Canine and Adequane Equine are administered intramuscularly to support the natural joint repair process in dogs and horses and come in a 5 mL vial. Alternatively, an intra-articular formulation is available for horses in 1 mL phials.
Key Features:
- Promotes natural joint repair and production of cartilage and synovial fluid
- Ideal for treating dogs and horses after surgery
- Contains 100 mg/ml of polysulfated glycosaminoglycan
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Uses for Adequan
- Reducing inflammation and pain from degenerative joint disease
- Stimulating production of synovial fluid and components of cartilage
- Disease-modifying osteoarthritis drug
- Formulas for intramuscular or intra-articular injection in horses and intramuscular injection in dogs
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Conditions Treated
- For dogs or horses suffering from non-infectious degenerative joint disease
- Additional complications that require intramuscular administration
- Traumatic Joint dysfunction and associated lameness
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Dosing
- Inject 2 mg per lb of Adequan Canine intramuscularly twice a week for up to 4 weeks for dogs
- Inject 500 mg of Adequan Equine intramuscularly every 4 days for a 28-day period for horses
- For Adequan Equine Intra-Articular, administer 250 mg (1 phial) intra-articularly to horse once per week for five weeks
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Administration
- Do not administer to breeding, pregnant, or lactating animals- caution is advised for use in animals with liver or kidney disease, or coagulation and blood clotting disorders
- Thoroughly cleanse injection site prior to administration
- Do not mix Adequan with other drugs or solvents
- Consult your veterinarian or your pet's prescription for further information
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Side Effects
- If allergic reaction (hives, scratching, facial swelling, vomiting, sudden onset of diarrhea, shock, seizures, cold limbs, pale gums, or coma) occur- stop administering Adequan immediately and seek emergency veterinary medical attention
- If nose bleeds, bloody feces, or dark stool occur- contact your veterinarian
- Consult veterinarian if other side effects occur
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