Liver support for Small Animals.
Hepagen offers comprehensive liver support. It enhances glutathione levels‚ supports liver cells‚ and aids detoxification.
Environmental toxins in the food and water of dogs and cats can put a heavy demand on the liver of these animals because it's the liver's job to eliminate these toxins. Hepagen is a unique formula that combines two beneficial botanical ingredients – milk thistle and curcumin (from turmeric) – with antioxidants and nutrients that support the liver's normal detoxification processes. Hepagen provides the active forms of vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5'-phosphate) and vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin)‚ along with dimethylglycine‚ methionine‚ and N-acetylcysteine‚ all of which are essential nutrients for supporting multiple liver detoxification processes.
Healthy liver function is necessary for both humans and animals to activate pyridoxine (vitamin B6). In cases where liver health might be diminished‚ supplementing with the active form of vitamin B6 – pyridoxal 5'-phosphate – is definitely indicated. Hepagen provides 5 mg of active pyridoxal 5'-phosphate because it's a cofactor for so many enzyme reactions. Vitamin B12 – methylcobalamin – helps maintain optimal energy production in the cells of the body. Vitamin B12 is also necessary for the digestion of amino acids and the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats to take place. Because much of the vitamin B12 is stored in and then supplied by the liver‚ a properly functioning liver is essential to maintain adequate vitamin B12 levels. Dimethylglycine (DMG) is a derivative of the simplest of the amino acids‚ glycine. Methionine is an essential sulfur-containing amino acid that is necessary for phase II detoxification. It also helps metabolize fats and is a necessary precursor to the synthesis of cysteine and taurine. A healthy liver has an abundance of glutathione‚ a very powerful antioxidant that the body can synthesize on its own. N-acetylcysteine (NAC)‚ a protein composed of the amino acid cysteine and a sulfhydryl group‚ is a precursor to glutathione. Thus‚ the inclusion of NAC in Hepagen supports liver health by facilitating the animal's ability to make glutathione.
Active Ingredients per 2-gram Soft Chew:
L-Methionine 100mg
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine 100mg
Dimethylglycine (Hydrochloride) 50mg
Milk Thistle extract (fruit) (Silybum marianum) 50mg
Curcumin Phytosome (Curcuma longa extract (root) / Phospholipid complex from Sunflower) (CurcuVET) 50mg
Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate (Vitamin B6) 5mg
Vitamin E 5mg
Zinc Picolinate 3mg
Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 50mcg
Selenium (L-selenomethionine) 20mcg
Inactive Ingredients (Soft Chew Matrix):
Arabic gum‚ buffered white distilled vinegar‚ canola oil‚ citric acid‚ guar gum‚ maltodextrin‚ natural poultry flavor‚ rosemary extract‚ sunflower lecithin‚ sunflower oil‚ sweet potato powder‚ tapioca starch‚ vegetable glycerin.
Gluten Free
•Cats: 1/2 capsule daily
•Dogs: 1 capsule per 25 lbs. body weight daily
For use in cats and dogs only.
Warning: For animal use only. Keep out of the reach of children and animals. In case of accidental overdose‚ contact a health professional immediately.
Cautions: Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not been proven. Safety during nursing has not been proven. If animal's condition worsens or does not improve‚ stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Potential drug interactions. Do not use in high dose with anticoagulant drugs or patients with stomach ulcers. May be a GI irritant.