As the only PSGAG joint prescription, Adequan® i.m. has a mode of action that helps treat degenerative joint disease (DJD) in multiple ways to keep joints moving. It is proven to:^1,2

• Relieve lameness caused by swelling and inflammation associated with joint disease
• Restore synovial lubrication that facilitates movement and reduces local inflammation
• Repair cartilage and rapidly aid in the production of new cartilage
• Reverse the disease cycle that leads to the loss of cartilage components by inhibiting harmful enzymes that attack cartilage and synovial fluid

Ask your veterinarian if Adequan i.m. is the right choice for your horse.

Conformation can greatly influence the degree of wear and tear that a joint undergoes. Conformational abnormalities alter the forces applied to a joint and can potentially lead to joint instability, injury and arthritis or degenerative joint disease. The mature equine athlete that is performing well has likely adapted to whatever conformation issues exist. In young foals and growing horses, conformational abnormalities should be addressed as early as possible through proper nutrition, balanced farriery, adequate training and muscle development, and in some cases, surgical intervention.

Any horse can develop arthritis or degenerative joint disease regardless of age, breed or discipline. However, the horse’s discipline may predispose the horse to developing arthritis in particular joints. For example, cutting or reining horses put significant stress on their hocks and stifles, and these can be locations where arthritis occurs more frequently; whereas hunters will frequently experience more front limb lameness, such as in the coffin or fetlock joints. It is important to understand that arthritis can occur within any joint that consistently experiences wear and tear, known as "use trauma" and can occur in any performance horse, regardless of discipline. Please talk to your veterinarian about treatment-specific questions for your horse.

• For specific questions about your horse’s treatment plan, talk to your veterinarian. They will be able to provide more detailed answers based on your horse’s history and diagnosis with arthritis.
• If you would like to speak to an American Regent Animal Health customer service representative, call 800-458-0163, Monday - Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET or Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET.

Adequan i.m. (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan) is a prescription-only product and can only be purchased through a licensed, practicing veterinarian or from a pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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