Artroglycan for dogs: instructions for use, composition, how to give analogues

Content

1. General description 2. Composition and action 3. Purpose 4. Dosage 5. Limitations 6. Price and analogues 7. Video: 8. Reviews

Increased stress on the joints, excess weight, dietary errors that lack important nutritional components and minerals - all this leads to the development of arthritis in pets and other problems with the musculoskeletal system. Artroglycan for dogs is a feed additive that is used to restore cartilage.

Contraindications

Allergic reactions to one or more components of the chondroprotector are a limitation for prescribing a feed additive. In case of individual sensitivity, the veterinarian prescribes a complex for joints with other components.

Artroglycan is ineffective if pain and inflammation of the joints develop due to the penetration of pathogenic bacteria. If the pathology is infectious in nature, antibiotics are needed, and chondroprotectors are prescribed after recovery, for prophylactic purposes.

Artroglycan is a dietary supplement, not a potent drug. The chondroprotector can be safely given to pregnant and lactating bitches, as well as puppies in the first year of life. An important nuance is a preliminary consultation with a veterinarian.

Composition and action

Dogs

– active animals, but in the process of motor activity the load on their bones increases. As a result, over time the cartilage wears away. As soon as the layer becomes very thin, the bones will begin to wear away. The rubbing of bones against each other is accompanied by severe pain.

Chondroprotectors will help restore the integrity of cartilage tissue. Artroglycan contains the same components as drugs used to treat arthritis:

chondroitin sulfate. It slows down the destruction of bones and cartilage tissue by blocking enzymes that cause destructive processes, reduces calcium loss, and has an analgesic effect;
glucosamine hydrochloride. Strengthens cartilage, stimulates the synthesis of intra-compound fluid;
Selenomethionine is a naturally occurring amino acid containing selenium. It accelerates the rate of absorption of chondroitin and glucosamine, slows down the aging of tissues, and maintains their elasticity;
calcium gluconate, vitamin E - normalize metabolic processes in tissues and have a beneficial effect on the entire animal’s body.

In combination, the components of Arthroglycan maintain the integrity of cartilage and promote their restoration.

Important! Artroglycan is not a medicine, but a feed additive; it will not eliminate the problem that caused the degenerative processes, but will only alleviate the animal’s condition.

Artroglycan for dogs composition

The drug is produced in tablets, packaged in blisters of 10 pieces. The medication is sold in cardboard packs of 30 and 300 tablets. It is produced in Russia by several pharmaceutical companies, one of which is Biocenter ChN in St. Petersburg.

The drug consists of:

Glucosamine hydrochloride - 100 mg. Synthesizes glycosaminoglycan sugars necessary for the formation of cartilage and forms collagen;
Vitamin E - 20 mg. Antioxidant. Strengthens the immune system. Promotes the body's absorption of the active substances of the drug;
Chondroitin sulfate - 200 mg. Retains liquid. Provides joint cushioning that prevents abrasion of the joints;
Selenomethionine - 50 mg. Prevents H2O2 hydroperoxide from entering the cell, which is harmful to its development;
Calcium gluconate - 10 mg. Strengthens the skeleton, muscles and nervous system.

The active ingredients of the drug are in a strict ratio necessary to streamline metabolic processes and rehabilitate the cells of the cartilage matrix. The chondroprotector artroglycan also has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-edematous effects.

Pharmachologic effect:

tissue regeneration improves;
joint mobility improves;
cartilaginous surfaces and joint capsules are rehabilitated;
degenerative processes in cartilage cells are frozen;
joint fluid is well produced;
capillaries are strengthened;
muscle mass increases;
calcium enters and accumulates in the bones;
natural antioxidants, selenomethionine and vitamin E promote good liver and cardiovascular system function. Have a beneficial effect on lipid oxidative processes.

After completing the course of treatment, the pet can move fully without feeling stiffness or inflammation in the joints. These drugs can be purchased HERE

Purpose

Artroglycan is prescribed for chronic pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. Most often they affect large breed animals that experience increased stress on their joints. In addition, with age, joints begin to deteriorate and cartilage tissue depletes in all animals, regardless of breed and size.

Dog owners should be alert if:

the pet often licks joints;
whines;
slowly, as if with effort, he climbs the stairs;
does not show activity during walks;
limps, etc.

Often, owners do not immediately pay attention to changes in the pet’s behavior and well-being, so they show the dog to a veterinarian only when degenerative changes have already begun. However, Artroglycan is not recommended for use for prevention: it contains substances that can cause side effects, so the feed additive should be used only as prescribed by a veterinarian as a component of complex therapy.

Indications for use of the drug are:

arthritis and ostearthrosis;
arthrosis;
osteoporosis;
spondylosis;
intervertebral osteochondrosis;
joint dysplasia and other pathologies of the locomotor system.

Important! For preventive purposes, veterinarians sometimes recommend using a food additive for older dogs, overweight animals, pregnant females, and puppies during the period of teeth change.

Arthritis

is an inflammatory disease that begins in the synovial membrane and affects the joint and neighboring organs and tissues, and sometimes the entire body. It is manifested by a general deterioration in the animal’s condition, an increase in temperature, refusal of food, etc. The joint tissues swell, local hyperthermia can be noted.

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If the joints begin to deteriorate, osteoarthritis develops. Complex therapy will help stop the process and restore mobility. Without treatment, the prognosis is disappointing: paralysis, amputation, and possible death.

Arthrosis is a pathological change in the joints associated with damage to cartilage tissue. Various factors can provoke a chronic disease:

injuries;
inflammatory processes;
infectious diseases;
stressful situations.

When cartilage tissue does not fully perform its protective function, bones rub against each other and the joint capsule loses its elasticity. Every movement causes pain to the pet. This leads to limited movement and an increased risk of further injury.

The drug is not able to grow damaged cartilage, but it:

slows down the progression of destructive processes;
accelerates the recovery process after joint surgery;
relieves pain.

Clinical studies and observations of animals have shown that positive dynamics become noticeable after 6-8 weeks of treatment with the drug.

Advantages

Artroglycan is a complex effect with a minimal list of side effects. Another advantage is that the vitamin and mineral supplement is approved for use by four-legged pets of any breed.

Other positive aspects:

The unique recipe and balanced composition ensure an effect not only on the muscles, bones, joints, vertebrae, but also on the liver, heart, and general condition of the dog;
absence of irritating components in the composition of the dietary supplement;
the chondroprotector really supports the health of animals in old age;
with a course of use, even older dogs aged 7 years and older become more active and mobile;
chondroprotector prevents the leaching of calcium from bones, replenishes the deficiency of a useful microelement;
the vitamin and mineral complex has a positive effect on the musculoskeletal system of four-legged pets, not only during degenerative processes (resolution of elements), but also during inflammation of various kinds;
tablets can be mixed with food;
chondroprotector is prescribed not only to dogs, but also to domestic decorative rodents, cats, and ferrets;
in veterinary pharmacies there are packages with different numbers of tablets: 30 or 300;
the combined chondroprotector Artroglycan with vitamins and calcium is useful to give not only to dogs after three to five years, but also to puppies when changing teeth;
the supplement has practically no restrictions, except for individual reactions to components and infectious diseases of various kinds (low effectiveness of therapy).

Dosage

The drug is taken for a long time - up to 3 months, then you need to take a break for 15-20 days and use the medicine again as a feed additive. The manufacturer offers the following treatment regimen, but the veterinarian can adjust it based on the pet’s condition and the degree of development of the disease:

puppies under 1 year of age – 0.5 tablets per day;
adult animals weighing 10-40 kg – 1 tablet/10 kg body weight;
for large individuals weighing 50 kg or more - 4 tablets per day in 2 divided doses.

Advantages and disadvantages

Artroglycan has several significant advantages:

the drug improves the condition of the joints and at the same time strengthens the walls of blood vessels, normalizes the functioning of the liver and heart, and acts as an antioxidant;
can be given not only to dogs, but also to cats, ferrets and rats - if you have several types of animals, there is no need to select a separate medicine for each;
one of the key properties of the chondoprotector is stimulation of the production of joint fluid;
strengthens the entire musculoskeletal system;
Well tolerated by animals, rarely causes side effects.

However, there are also disadvantages. So:

allergies are occasionally possible;
not suitable for the treatment of infectious joint diseases;
some owners complain of increased bowel movements or diarrhea.

Keep in mind that Artroglycan is not a panacea. It is more of a vitamin supplement than a full-fledged medicine. The main task of the drug is to slow down degenerative processes that have already begun. But not a single chondoprotector is capable of completely restoring articular and cartilaginous tissues.

Owner reviews

Olga: “I have an 11-year-old Labrador with arthrosis and chronic heart failure. They started drinking Artroglycan 1.5 years ago - at that time the dog could barely walk, constantly lay down, walks - 5 minutes near the entrance and then lying down. We started taking 8 tablets a day. After about 3 months, the dog felt better - he began to limp less and walk more. Six months later, only a slight lameness remained, the dog happily walks and gets little rest. The vet advised us to switch to 4 tablets a day for life. I recommend it to everyone: don’t expect an immediate effect, but it’s worth it.”

TamEd. “You need to take the medicine for at least a month for the effect to appear. My dogs with dysplasia eat it for 2 months in a row, then take a break and resume treatment again. Of course, you can’t cope with chondoprotector alone; during exacerbations, I also give painkillers.”

Zelik: “As soon as my German began to limp on his hind leg, I immediately sounded the alarm. The veterinarian recommended a course of Artroglycan and emphasized that we should not expect quick results - the drug has a cumulative effect. But after two weeks the dog began to “pace” faster and run without obvious dragging of his paws. 3 months after the first course of treatment, the pet became lame again. She gave me medicine again. This time the effect came after 5 days. Since then, we have been taking the medicine during every exacerbation, as well as in the spring and autumn as a preventative measure.”

Indications for use

Artroglycan is prescribed for the following pathologies:

intervertebral osteochondrosis;
primary arthrosis;
osteoarthritis;
dysplasia;
tenosynovitis;
spondylosis;
synovitis;
arthrosis;
osteoporosis.

Can be used to prevent degenerative processes in pregnant dogs, elderly pets, puppies, and large breeds.

Reviews

Alexei:

My retired boxer is already 10 years old. Recently, problems have appeared with his hind legs, and the dog has become uncomfortable sitting down and having difficulty getting up. The doctor said that it was age-related dysplasia and advised me to take Artroglycan. After just a week and a half, the dog felt much better: the pain decreased and mobility was restored. The price of the drug is a little steep, but for a beloved friend nothing is a pity, especially since the drug really helps.

Nikolay:

This is one of the drugs that really works. I gave it to my dog in terminal cancer. Thanks to this, she looked after herself until the last day and was able to move around with difficulty, but still.

Stanislav:

We have had a German Shepherd for 8 years, and for 5 of those years he has had problems with his joints in the spring and fall. So we regularly take similar medications, and I have something to compare with. Artroglycan acts faster and helps more effectively. I’m also glad that this is ours, a domestic drug.