ExoticRx · exoticrx.com/drugs/polysulfated-glycosaminoglycan-equine
US brand names:Adequan Equine
Inhibits catabolic enzymes (metalloproteinases, serine proteases) involved in cartilage degradation. Stimulates synovial fluid production and chondrocyte metabolism.
FDA-approved for equine use. Standard protocol: 500mg IM every 4 days for 7 treatments. Not for use in horses intended for food. Mild transient joint effusion may occur.
Species references:All Horse (Equine) drugs
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