Cosequin Optimized contains higher levels of active ingredients, now
with glucosamine hydrochloride at 14,400 mg and with 2,400 mg of
chondroitin sulfate (per 2 scoops), as compared to the
original researched formula and is formulated as a tasty powder.
The increased amounts of ingredients in Cosequin Optimized stem from
current opinion suggesting that high activity horses may benefit from
higher levels of glucosamine.
Cosequin Optimized with MSM has the same levels of active ingredients
as Cosequin Optimized but has the further addition of high purity MSM,
or methylsulfonylmethane. MSM is an organic source of sulfur, a compound
used by cartilage. Some veterinarians suggest using MSM to help manage
joint health. Cosequin Optimized with MSM for horses contains 10,000 mg
MSM (per 2 scoops). For those wishing to additionally supplement MSM,
Cosequin Optimized with MSM offers a convenient, cost-effective way to
administer MSM along with the proven ingredients in Cosequin.
Cosequin Optimized and Cosequin Optimized with MSM are available
through your veterinarian and equine product retailers.
Administration: Cosequin Optimized and Cosequin Optimized with MSM
| Body Weight |
Initial 2-4 Weeks |
Long-Term Administration |
| Under 600 lbs |
1 scoop daily |
½ scoop daily |
| Over 600 lbs |
2 scoops daily |
1 scoop daily |
This chart should be used for guidance. The recommended
initial administration period is 2-4 weeks. Once response is
noted, the number of scoops may be reduced to the long-term
administration level. Prior to and during an event or strenuous
exercise, administration may be increased back to the initial
level for extra support.
Cosequin Optimized: Each 9.4 grams (1 level scoop) contain:
| Manganese* minimum |
32 mg |
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride† minimum |
7,200 mg |
| Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate† minimum |
1,200 mg‡ |
*From manganese ascorbate.
†Cosequin® Optimized contains FCHG49®
Glucosamine and TRH122® Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate,
Nutramax Laboratories® proprietary veterinary
researched specifications.
‡Reported on a hydrous basis.
Cosequin Optimized with MSM:
Each 16.5 Grams (1 Level Scoop) Contain:
| Manganese* minimum |
32 mg |
| Glucosamine Hydrochloride† minimum |
7,200 mg |
| Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) minimum |
5,000 mg |
| Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate† minimum |
1,200 mg‡ |
*From manganese ascorbate.
†Cosequin® Optimized with MSM contains
FCHG49® Glucosamine and TRH122® Sodium
Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories®
proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
‡Reported on a hydrous basis.