Polyglycan requires a prescription from your veterinarian. Polyglycan also requires refrigeration at all times. To ensure proper temperature, Polyglycan requires overnight shipping at an additional cost. It is available in a single-use vial that contains 12.5 mg of hyaluronic acid sodium salt, 250 mg of sodium chondroitin sulfate, and 250 mg of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine.
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Polyglycan for Horses - 10ml Vial - [Joint Support]
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Description
Polyglycan is an injectable solution that helps maintain healthy joints and mobility in horses. It is indicated for the replacement of lost or damaged synovial fluid, which is the fluid found in the cavities of joints. Polyglycan also assists in the normalization of synovial fluid viscosity. Polyglycan requires a prescription from your veterinarian and requires refrigeration. Polyglycan must be kept at refrigerator temperatures at all times.
Key Benefits
- Help replenish lost synovial fluid with naturally occurring elements
- Assists in normalization of synovial fluid viscosity
- Post-surgical lavage of the joint cavity and surfaces
- Patented formulation
- Convenient pre-filled syringe (Polyglycan-HV)
Consult with your veterinarian if you suspect your horse may have Osteoarthritis or other disease as the clinical signs can vary.
How It Works
Polyglycan contains the ingredients hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfates C4 and C6, and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, which help replenish lost synovial fluid with naturally occurring elements, assists in the normalization of synovial fluid viscosity, and post-surgical lavage of joint cavity and surfaces.
Indications
Polyglycan is indicated for the replacement of lost or damaged synovial fluid. Polyglycan contains naturally occurring components of the synovia that play a central part in maintaining the homeostatic environment of the joint.
Ingredients
| Each 10mL vial contains: | |
|---|---|
| Hyaluronic acid sodium salt | 50 mg |
| Sodium chondroitin sulfate | 1000 mg |
| N-acetyl-D-glucosamine | 1000 mg |
Directions
View Polyglycan Drug Facts Sheet.
Instill Polyglycan into the synovial space to replenish lost synovial fluid. Quantity to be determined by Veterinarian Surgeon. Discard any unused portion of vial contents.
Caution:
This device is restricted to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Precautions:
Consult with your veterinarian if you suspect your horse may have Osteoarthritis or other disease as the clinical signs can vary. Do not administer to animals meant for human consumption. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Refrigerate whenever possible. DO NOT FREEZE. Maintain product at or below 65°F (18°C) during shipment and storage.
Warning:
Do not administer to animals that are to be slaughtered for use in food. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
Highly viscous aqueous solution of defined fractions of purified Hyaluronic acid, Chondroitin sulfates C4 & C6 in a 10% solution of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine.
FAQ
Tell your veterinarian if your horse has a hypersensitivity to hyaluronic acid sodium salt, sodium chondroitin sulfate, or N-acetyl-D-glucosamine. Also tell your veterinarian if your horse is pregnant, breeding, or lactating. Your veterinarian should know if your horse is currently taking any other medications as well.
Follow your veterinarian's instructions exactly as directed. Polyglucan should be instilled into the synovial space to replace lost synovial fluid. The dosage is determined by your veterinarian. After administration, discard any unused portion of vial contents.
Side effects of Polyglycan can include diarrhea, vomiting, melena (dark, tarry stool), lethargy, and lack of appetite.
If you miss a dose of Polyglycan, give the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume a normal dosing schedule.
Contact your veterinarian immediately if you think you overdosed your horse.
Let your veterinarian know if your horse is currently taking any other medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements.
