Canine Geriatric Basics - 120 Count By Thorne Research
Older dogs have increased requirements for specific substances not provided by a balanced diet. As aging progresses, a greater number of animal health problems can arise whose duration and severity may be mitigated through targeted supplementation of health-promoting vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and plant extracts. Canine Geriatric Basics is formulated to provide this additional supplementation.
It is formulated with specific amino acids to help geriatric patients by enhancing the production of neurotransmitters. L-tyrosine produces the catecholamines dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine. DL-Phenylalanine has been shown to block enkephalinase, thereby increasing the levels of endorphins and enkephalins in the central nervous system.
Canine Geriatric Basics contains flavonoids, coenzyme Q10, and other potent antioxidants for slowing oxidative damage to the aging canine body. The canine aging process may also adversely affect the brain, resulting in decreased production of neurotransmitters, decreased synaptic density, and degeneration of neuronal membrane integrity. Phosphatidylserine positively affects neuronal membranes through support of lipid membrane components and by improving the amount and function of acetylcholine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine. Acetyl-L-carnitine increases the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.
Bilberry has been added for its beneficial effects on vision. Because aging animals are more susceptible to the detrimental effects of stress, the adrenal adaptogenic herbs Eleutherococcus and ashwagandha have been added to help modulate these effects.
Note: Geriatric patients may have a variety of problems specific to the individual, for which products such as Hepagen, Arthroplex, Gastriplex, or Bio-Cardio may be indicated. In most cases, Canine Geriatric Basics can be combined with these products for maximum beneficial effect.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients per Capsule:
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 62 mg.
d-Alpha Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) (50 IU) 41.3 mg.
Ashwagandha extract (KSM-66®)* (root) (Withania somnifera) 25 mg.
DL-Phenylalanine 25 mg.
L-Glutamine 25 mg.
L-Tyrosine 25 mg.
Bilberry extract (fruit) (Vaccinium myrtillus) 15 mg.
Coenzyme Q10 15 mg.
Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5) 10 mg.
Mixed Bioflavonoids 10 mg.
Niacinamide 10 mg.
Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium (Vitamin B2) 10 mg.
Thiamin (Thiamin HCl) 10 mg.
Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate (Vitamin B6) 7 mg.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine (Acetyl-L-Carnitine Chloride) 6.2 mg.
Phosphatidylserine Isolate 6.2 mg.
Alpha Lipoic Acid 5 mg.
Eleuthero extract (root) (Eleutherococcus senticosus) 5 mg.
Choline Citrate 5 mg.
Niacin 3 mg.
L-Methionine 2 mg.
Inositol 1 mg.
Beta Carotene (1,000 IU) 600 mcg.
Vitamin A (Palmitate) (750 IU) 225 mcg.
Magnesium (as Albion® DiMagnesium Malate)** 500 mcg.
Zinc (Picolinate) 500 mcg.
Iron (as Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate)*** 250 mcg.
Potassium (Citrate) 100 mcg.
Chromium (Chelidamate Arginate)**** 20 mcg.
Biotin 10 mcg.
Copper (Picolinate) 10 mcg.
Folate (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) 10 mcg.
Iodine (Potassium Iodide) 10 mcg.
Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 10 mcg.
Vitamin K1 5 mcg.
Vitamin D3 (75 IU) 1.9 mcg.
Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Alaska pollock (dried skins) (Theragra chalcogramma), Silicon Dioxide.
*This product uses Ixoreal Biomed’s KSM-66® Ashwagandha. KSM-66 Ashwagandha is a registered trademark of Ixoreal Biomed, Inc. **This product uses Albion® Di-Magnesium Malate. Albion is a registered trademark of Albion International, Inc. ***This product uses Albion’s Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate chelate. Ferrochel is a registered trademark of Albion International, Inc. ****ThorneVET’s trade name for Chromium (4 oxopyridine,2,6-dicarboxylate, arginate) is UltraChrome®.
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For use in dogs only.
Canine Geriatric Basics provides antioxidants, botanicals, and supplemental ingredients for cardiovascular (CoQ10), musculoskeletal (ascorbic acid, magnesium), GI (L-glutamine), ocular (bilberry), hepatic (lipoic acid, methionine, choline), and cognitive (acetyl-L-carnitine, phosphatidylserine) health.
Suggested Use
Dogs: 1 capsule per 25 lbs body weight daily
Warnings
For animal use only.
Keep out of the reach of children and animals. In case of accidental overdose, contact a health professional immediately.
WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or a poison control center immediately.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not meant to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or medical condition.
