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Chondroitin Sulfate

Also known as: Chondroitin
General evidence: B

What it is

Glycosaminoglycan found in cartilage.

Why it's used

Paired with glucosamine in joint formulas.

Evidence by claim

ClaimEvidence grade
Adds modest benefit when combined with glucosamineB

Cited studies

  • Chondroitin sulfate in canine OA — systematic review
    Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia · 2018
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  • Randomised double-blind, positive-controlled trial to assess the efficacy of glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate for the treatment of dogs with osteoarthritis
    The Veterinary Journal · 2007
  • GHK Peptide as a Natural Modulator of Multiple Cellular Pathways in Skin Regeneration.
    BioMed research international · 2015
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  • Chondroitin sulfate proteoglycan-4: a biomarker and a potential immunotherapeutic target for canine malignant melanoma.
    Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997) · 2011
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  • Corrigendum: Study of the effectiveness of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, marine based fatty acid compounds (PCSO-524 and EAB-277), and carprofen for the treatment of dogs with hip osteoarthritis: a prospective, block-randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial.
    Frontiers in veterinary science · 2023
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Products containing Chondroitin Sulfate

Educational information only. Not veterinary advice. Always talk to your vet before starting a new supplement.