Artichoke and Milk Thistle has been formulated with extracts from the artichoke flower and milk thistle seed, and supports proper digestion and gut health, as well as normal liver and kidney function. This supplement also serves as an antioxidant to provide overall support to the immune system.
Before using this supplement, please consult your veterinarian and/or our veterinary support team if the animal has been diagnosed with gall stones.
Artichoke & Milk Thistle is a potent herbal supplement formulated to support proper digestion and gut health, as well as normal liver and kidney function.
Artichoke flower extract has three active constituents, cynarin, luteolin, and chlorogenic acid, that serve as a pre- and probiotic to aid in digestion, as an antioxidant to support the hepatic, biliary, and cardiovascular systems, and also as a diuretic for renal support.1 Milk Thistle seed extract contains 80% silymarin. Silymarin also supports the function of the hepatic, biliary, and digestive systems, serves as an antioxidant to optimize immunity, and helps maintain normal glycemic control.2
Artichoke extract may cause gall bladder contractions. If patient has gall stones, please contact our veterinary support team for recommendations.
References:
1Kuzla M, Adamska K, Senczuk-Przybylowska M, et al. Artichoke-herbal drug. Przegl. 2012; 69(10): 1122-6.
2Grizzle J, Hadley TL, Rotstein DS, et al. Effects of dietary milk thistle on blood parameters, liver pathology, and hepatobiliary scintigraphy in white carneaux pigeons (Columba livia) challenged with B1 aflatoxin. J Avian Med Surg. 2009; 23(2): 114-24.
| Weight (lbs.) | Daily Use |
| Less than 5 | Contact Us for Dosage Guidelines |
| 5 - 25 | 1/2 Tablet |
| 26 - 50 | 1 Tablet |
| 51 - 100 | 1 Tablet AM and 1 Tablet PM |
| 101 - 200 | 2 Tablets AM and 2 Tablets PM |
| 201 - 500 | 3 Tablets AM and 3 Tablets PM |
| 501+ | Contact Us for Dosage Guidelines |
Administer orally. Administration guidelines may vary based on species, reproductive state, and individual health factors. Please contact us for suggested use. Store tightly sealed in a cool dry place.
Warnings: For animal use only. Keep out of reach of children and animals. Incase of accidental overdose, contact a health professional immediately.
| Active Ingredients | Amount Per Serving |
| Artichoke Flower Extract | 350 mg |
| Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (seeds) | 200 mg |
| Inactive Ingredients: Croscarmellose Sodium, Dicalcium phosphate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystaline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Silicon dioxide, Triacetin. | |
Disclaimer: Information provided by The Animal Necessity Veterinary Advisory Panel, and provided on the Animal Necessity website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of Animal Necessity and the Veterinary community. Pet owners must make their own health care decisions for their pets, in partnership with their veterinarian. If your pet is pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or has a medical condition, consult your veterinarian before using any supplement products.
