Cosequin® DS Plus MSM
Cosequin DS Plus MSM is a joint health supplement for dogs containing glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and MSM. It helps to support and maintain the health of your pet's joints and connective tissue. The number-one veterinarian recommended joint health supplement brand▼. Each tablet contains 600 mg glucosamine hydrochloride, 300 mg sodium chondroitin sulfate and 250 mg of MSM.
Each Chewable Tablet Contains:
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Glucosamine Hydrochloride† minimum
600 mg
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Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate† minimum
300 mg▲
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Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) minimum
250 mg
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Manganese
5 mg ♦
†Cosequin contains FCHG49® Glucosamine and TRH122® Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories® proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
▼Source: Survey conducted in November 2009 of small animal veterinarians who recommended oral joint health supplements.
▲Reported on a hydrous basis.
♦From Manganese Ascorbate.
Instructions for use:
The recommended initial administration period is four to six weeks; however, some dogs may respond in a shorter period of time. The number of Cosequin DS Plus MSM chewable tablets may then be reduced to the maintenance level.
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Number of Tablets |
| Dog's Weight |
Initial 4 to 6 Week Administration Period |
Maintenance Level* |
| Up to 15 lbs |
1/2 daily |
1/2 every other day |
| 16-30 lbs |
1 daily |
1/2 daily |
| 31-60 lbs |
2 daily |
1 daily |
| Over 60 lbs |
3 daily |
1-2 daily |
*Once consistent improvement has been seen, these maintenance levels may be reduced to an every other day administration. The maintenance level can also be used long term on healthy dogs to help support their joints.