Description
Proanthozone is an antioxidant, nutritional supplement for dogs and cats. It works to help reduce oxidative stress and combat free radicals in the body. It contains bioflavanol from grape seed extract, vitamin E and A, manganese, zinc, selenium, and N-acetyl-cysteine to help repair oxidative damage to cells, tissue, and nerves. Proanthozone also helps provide nutritional support for pets with diseases and conditions of the joints, liver, kidneys, heart, and immune system. Flavored sprinkle capsule can be split and applied directly to pet's food.
Key Benefits
- Inhibits enzymes that break down collagen
- Aids in strengthening the immune system
- Aids in liver, cardiovascular, and kidney health
Ingredients
| Guaranteed Analysis: | |
|---|---|
| (All values are minimum quantities unless otherwise stated) | |
| Manganese | 1 mg |
| Zinc | 1 mg |
| Selenium | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1000 IU |
| Vitamin E | 10 IU |
| Superoxide Dismutase* | 20 mg |
| Cysteine* | 20 mg |
| Bioflavonol* | 10 mg |
| Glutathione* | 5 mg |
Ingredients:
Animal Liver Meal, Brown Rice Powder, Beef Powder, DL-alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Cysteine, Freeze Dried Liver, Grape Seed Extract, Selenium Yeast, Torula Dried Yeast, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin A Supplement.
Ingredient Rationale: Proanthozone®
Bioflavanol - Bioflavanol, a plant polyphenol with oligomeric proanthocyanidin is an important free radical scavenger. It is one of the strongest antioxidants. It is very bioavailable, with traces appearing in the saliva within an hour after ingestion. Protects the health of your pet's organs, including the liver, kidneys, pancreas, digestive system and heart. The bioflavanol helps bridge the gap between broken collagen fibers, helping support flexibility in connective tissue. It nutritionally supports the health of the circulatory system by strengthening the walls of blood vessels, providing better nutrient delivery to cells.
Manganese - Manganese serves as an antioxidant as part of amanganese-basedsuperoxide dismutase. It is essential for the incorporation of essential sugars into the mucopolysaccharides (elastic connective tissues and lubricating fluids in the body)and is needed in the metabolism of fatty acids and cholesterol.
Zinc - An antioxidant necessary for supporting the body's healing function, essentialfor the synthesis of bone tissue, for healthy skin, and for immunity. It has been depleted in our agricultural soils over the years because it was not recognized as being of great importance until it was too late. Supplementation is important to achieve optimum intake.
Selenium - Selenium is a well-researchednutrient which has been identified as an essential component of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidase.This is one of the triumvirate of enzymes within the cell along with Superoxide dismutase (S.O.D.) and catalase which are continually required to disarm active forms of oxygen (free radicals) generated during the oxidative, energy producing cycles within the cell.
Vitamin A - Vitamin A possesses free radical scavenging capabilities. It provides maturation, tissue building and immune boosting nutritional support to your pet's body.
Vitamin E - Vitamin E is a well-established, heavily researched antioxidant essential to the survival of cell membranes. It blocks cross-linkingof cell membranes and thus helps preserve cellular vitality. It supports immune response.
Cysteine - An essential, sulfur containing amino acid. It works synergistically with glutathione in the liver to detoxify harmful chemicals or metals that can damage cells throughout the body. Supports healthy cell function in nerve tissue, the brain, and the immune system.Many of the metals are also pro-oxidants which accelerate aging. Cysteine helps "pull them out" before they can damage vital tissue.
Glutathione - Glutathione is a peptide containing three amino acids produced by the body. It is found in every cell of the body and protects cells in many ways. It neutralizes oxygen molecules before they can harm cells as free radicals. It combines with seleniumto form the enzyme, glutathione peroxidase, which neutralizes hydrogen peroxide (dangerous to the cells). Many studies and articles have been published about its essential role in defending both human and animal cells in the body. The most universal cause of glutathione deficiency is ageing. As the body ages, it either produces less, or it gets used up faster. Nature provides only small amounts in food, and the major source is what the body produces itself. Supplementation with glutathione is important, especially for older animals coping with a lifetime of accumulated free radical damage.
Useful Information
| Cats & Small Dogs - 10 mg | |
|---|---|
| *Double the maintenance usage for the first five days. | |
| 1-12 lbs. | 1 tablet per day |
| 13-15 lbs. | 2 tablets per day |
| Medium Dogs - 20 mg | |
| *Double the maintenance usage for the first five days. | |
| 10-20 lbs. | 1 capsule every other day |
| 21-35 lbs. | 1 capsule per day |
| 36-50 lbs. | 2 capsules per day |
| 51-60 lbs. | 2 capsules per day plus 1 extra every other day |
| Large Dogs - 50 mg | |
| *Double the maintenance usage for the first five days. | |
| 40-50 lbs. | 1 capsule every other day |
| 51-70 lbs. | 1 capsule per day |
| 71-90 lbs. | 2 capsules per day |
| Over 90 lbs. | 2 capsules per day plus 1 extra every other day |
Initial usage: Double the maintenance usage for the first five days. As this product is a nutritional supplement, significant response may not be noticeable for up to 3-4 weeks. Response depends on each animal.
DO NOT USE IF OUTER SAFETY SEAL IS BROKEN This product is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only. Keep container in a dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
FAQ
- Not necessary to induce vomiting.
- Watch for side-effects, diarrhea and vomiting are possible. If these effects do occur, they should not last more than 24 hours.
- Stop usage for about a week.
- Induce vomiting if overdose has occurred within 12 hours.
- After 12 hours, not necessary to induce vomiting.
- Watch closely for next 24 hours for side effects; excessive drowsiness, tachycardia and hypertension are possible.
- Stop usage for about a week.
- Induce vomiting, ideally within an hour of ingestion
- Watch for side effects, including continued vomiting, ataxia, hypersalivation, tremors, seizures, and weakness. If these side effects are present, please call your veterinarian or local veterinary emergency clinic.
- Stop usage for one week
Induce vomiting by orally administering equal parts water and hydrogen peroxide. Use 1 teaspoon peroxide plus 1 tsp water for every 5 lbs of the pet's body weight, not exceeding 9 teaspoons (or 3 Tablespoons).
In about 2% of dogs, gastrointestinal distress has been associated with glucosamine supplementation. Prosamine and ProMotion contain glucosamine. In these dogs, Proanthozone is a good alternative.
There have been reports of hyperactivity associated with ProNeurozone use, which is a rare but documented effect of choline supplementation in some pets.