Rimadyl use in labradors should be carefully monitored for signs of liver problems. Nutraceuticals are popular arthritis treatments, primarily because they are thought of as more natural than drugs. Humanoids use them commonly. They provide the raw material that enhance they synthesis of glycosaminoglycan and hyaluronate. Controlled studies are lacking to determine their true effectiveness.
Oral versions take at least one month to become effective.
A great advantage is their lack of side effects. Oral versions include Cosequin, Synovicare, Glycoflex, Arthramine, and MaxFlex. Injectable versions include Adequan, a drug that has been used in veterinary medicine, especially in horses, for many years. Injectable versions achieve a more rapid response than oral medications. We can't predict which medications will work best in an individual case.