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Hyaluronic Acid, Chondroitin, Acetyl-DGlucosamine (Bova Poly Joint Injection) client counselling information Basic information Hyaluronic acid exists naturally in the connective tissues of man and animals. Highest concentrations of hyaluronic acid are found in synovial fluid and the eye (vitreous). Hyaluronic acid has antiinflammatory effect in the joints by suppressing prostaglandins and scavenging free radicals. Chondroitin can inhibit destructive enzymes in the joint fluid and cartilage. Chondroitin also stimulates the production of glycosaminoglycans which are beneficial for the joint. Glucosamine is used by cartilage cells to produce glycosaminoglycans and hyaluronic acid. Glucosamine also has mild anti-inflammatory as it can scavenge free radicals. In a normal joint, chondrocytes produces glucosamine, however this ability is reduced with trauma, disease and/or age. Horses The Bova Poly Joint injectable is used as an adjunctive treatment for arthritis and/or synovitis (inflammation of the synovial membrane of the joint). It can also be used post operatively after joint surgery. How to give The Bova Poly Joint injectable should be given only by your vet. Side effects The Bova Poly Joint injectable appears to be well tolerated in horses. Since the active ingredients are derived from natural sources, hypersensitivity reactions could potentially occur. Occasional horses may have an immediate skin reaction. Precautions The Bova Poly Joint injectable is contraindicated in horses that are hypersensitive to hyaluronic acid, chondroitin or glucosamine. Keep this drug out of the reach of children. Do not give this medication to a human. Drug interactions None noted. Overdose There is no information available about overdosage of the Bova Poly Joint injectable in horses. Storage Store Bova Poly Joint injectable in the original vial, away from light, at room temperature. Shop 4, 304 - 318 The Kingsway, Caringbah NSW 2229 Phone (02) 9525 3044 Fax (02) 9542 7645 [email protected]
