Glyco-Flex Soft Chews contain the same formula as Glyco-Flex chewable tablets, but are now available as a delicious chicken liver flavored soft chew. Each Glyco Flex Soft Chew contains Perna, Glucosamine, MSM, Dimethylglycine (DMG), and Manganese to help maintain healthy joints. Made in the U.S.A.
For: Dogs and Cats
Benefits:
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All natural ingredients
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Two soft chews of Glyco-Flex II for Cats have 250 mg of glucosamine and 300 mg of Perna Canaliculus (green lipped mussel), and two soft chews of Glyco-Flex III for Dogs have 1000 mg of glucosamine and 600 mg of Perna Canaliculus (green lipped mussel)
How it works:
The active ingredients include glucosamine, Perna Canaliculus (green lipped mussel), and MSM. Glucosamine is a natural compound that is found in healthy cartilage in both humans and pets. It helps hydrate healthy joints by increasing the production of molecules that bind and hold water in the cartilage. Healthy cartilage provides cushioning which helps protect a pet's joints while exercising. Many believe that it provides clinical benefit in the synovial fluid by strengthening cartilage and aiding glycosaminoglycan synthesis. Further research on the effectiveness of glucosamine is still needed, but many of our customers find it to be very beneficial to their pets.
Cautions:
Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not yet been proven. Consult with your veterinarian before using this product in animals: with clotting disorders; being treated with anticoagulant medications; diabetes; or any metabolic disorder causing hyperglycemia; history of urinary tract stones; known allergies to shellfish.
What is this product used for: Glyco-Flex II Feline is recommended for adult or maturing cats, cats with a moderate need for joint support, or as a follow up to orthopedic surgery.
Glyco-Flex III for dogs is recommended to provide joint and connective tissue support for all stages of life.
Availability: Glyco-Flex II Feline and Glyco-Flex III Soft Chews are chicken liver flavored, non-prescription (OTC) products.
How this product should be used: The usual dose of Glyco-Flex II Feline for the first 4-6 weeks is 2 Soft Chews per 10 lbs of body weight, daily. After the initial period, give a maintenance dose of 1 Soft Chew per 10 lbs of body weight, daily. If giving more than 1 chew, divide between AM and PM.
The usual dose of Glyco-Flex III Soft Chews for the first 4-6 weeks in dogs up to 30 lbs is 1 soft chew daily. For dogs 31-60 lbs use 2 soft chews daily, for dogs 61-100 lbs use 4 soft chews daily and for dogs 101 lbs and over use 5 soft chews daily. The maintenance dose for dogs up to 30 lbs is 1 soft chew every other day, for dogs 31-60 lbs is 1 soft chew daily, for dogs 61-100 lbs is 2 soft chews daily, for dogs 101 lbs and over is 3 soft chews daily. If giving more than 1 soft chew daily, divide between AM and PM.
What are the side effects: Administer Soft Chews during or after the animal has eaten to reduce the incidence of gastrointestinal upset.
What special precautions are there: This product is for animal use only. Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not been proven. Consult your veterinarian before using this product in animals with clotting disorders or being treated with anticoagulant medications, diabetes or any metabolic disorder causing hyperglycemia, history of urinary tract stones, known allergies to shellfish. If lameness worsens, discontinue use and contact your veterinarian. Glucosamine, in humans, may increase insulin resistance and consequently affect glucose tolerance. Diabetic dogs or dogs that are overweight and have problems with glucose tolerance should have their blood sugars monitored if they are given glucosamine supplements.
In the event of overdose: Contact a veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this product: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of the reach of children and animals.
Directions:
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Glyco-Flex Soft Chews should be given with your pet's food.
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If giving more than 1 tablet daily, divide between AM and PM.
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Dogs: (Initial dose for 4 to 6 weeks) Glyco-Flex III Soft Chews
Up to 30 lbs
Give 1 soft chew daily
31-60 lbs
Give 2 soft chews daily
61-100 lbs
Give 4 soft chews daily
Over 100 lbs
Give 5 soft chews daily
Dogs:
( Maintenance dose after 4 to 6 weeks) Glyco-Flex III Soft Chews
Up to 30 lbs
Give 1 soft chew every other day
31-60 lbs
Give 1 soft chew daily
61-100 lbs
Give 2 soft chews daily
Over 100 lbs
Give 3 soft chews daily
Cats:
(Initial Dose for 4 to 6 weeks) Glyco-Flex II Feline Bite-Sized Chews
Up to 20 lbs
Give 2 soft chew per 10 lbs of pet's body weight daily
Cats:
(Maintanence Dose after 4 to 6 weeks) Glyco-Flex II Feline Bite-Sized Chews
Up to 20 lbs
Give 1 soft chew per 10 lbs of pet's body weight daily
Horses:
Glyco-Flex II Soft Chews For Cats:
Active Ingredients (per 2 soft chews)
Amount
Perna Canaliculus (GlycOmega™ brand Green Lipped Mussel)
Great results
My 10 year old cat is now bouncing around like a kitten! He loves his Glyco Flex and looks forward to them daily. I would recommend this product for anyone with an animal over 10 with joint pain and limited mobility.
04/25/2012
Glyco=Flex Soft Chews
My twelve year old Doberman has had some issue with his back joints. Since I have had him on the Glyco-Fex Sofe Chews he is definately more active and in less jpain. :--)
04/16/2012
Luxating Patella relief
Pumpkin, a 11 year old Chihuahua, was diagnosed with luxating patella in both rear knees in August of 2010. I started him on the Glyco-Flex 3 soft chews at that time. Within 3 weeks he had very few problems & I have given him 1/2 soft chew per day since & he never has any problems at this time& he walks at least 6 blocks every day the sun shines & no rain. This is a great product for any pet that has joint pain or problems. I recieved the product 3 days after ordering & they matched a competitors price with no hassle. I would recommend 1800pet meds to anyone.
04/16/2012
glyco-flex chews
My 8 yo tuxedo cat is not normally one who gets treats, but the glyco-flex chews are great for him. He is already on a prescription diet and received nothing but dry cat food up until now. The vet said they would be good for his luxating patella. He actually will wait at the cabinet door where I keep them and beg me for them at the appropriate time that he normally gets the chews. He is spunkier and full of more energy that I haven't seen since he was a kitten!
03/26/2012
12 Yr old cat loves GlycoFlex
My 12 year old female cat has been using Glyco Flex for several years. I used to buy it at the Vet for a much higher price. Glad to see PedMeds has it !
She is much friskier & does not seem to have as much trouble jumping up to her favorite nap spots.
03/20/2012
I don't know if this increase in drinking is because of beginning the GlycoFlex Soft Chews or it was a coincidence that Trevors drinking has increased... He does have diabetes & wasdrinking a large amount of water until he began to take medication...he slowed down considerably but since starting the soft chews....it has increased. we have a doc's appt to discuss the necessary action.. He is otherwise doing quite well and I don't want to stop using them.
I'm not sure how to answer you other than to say there is only one formulation of Glyco-Flex II tablets. It should be exactly the same whether bought from your veterinarian or from us. The Glyco-Flex Bite-Sized Chews for Dogs are equivalent to Glyco-Flex III. Did you order the Glyco-Flex II Feline Bite Sized Chews by mistake? Those are intended for cats.
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