Chondroitin Sulfate is a glycosaminoglycan and is a normal component of many body tissues including articular cartilage.*  Our Chondroitin is high potency and is derived from bovine cartilage.

What is glucosamine?

Glucosamine is derived from glucose and glutamine (an amino acid). It is used to produce substances in the body that attract and bind water into tissues, making them more resilient. It is especially important to maintain properly functioning joint structures.

How is glucosamine manufactured?

Glucosamine is produced by removing the proteins and minerals from the shells of shrimp and crab. This is done primarily in China, with some coming from other Asian countries, including Thailand and Malaysia.

NOW has developed the Official AOAC Method for testing glucosamine and has used this method for the past five years.

What is the source of NOW's Chondroitin?

NOW's Chondroitin is derived from bovine tissue from cattle. As with all of our raw materials, we screen Chondroitin very carefully for the presence of any undesirable microbes. NOW’s state-of-the-art analytical lab has developed a method of testing chondroitin, which is currently being verified by independent labs around the world and is expected to become an Official Method used to test all products containing chondroitin sulfate.

Serving Size: 2 Capsules

Servings Per Container: 60

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value

Sodium    110 mg    4%   

Chondroitin Sodium Sulfate (from Bovine Cartilage)    1.2 g (1,200 mg)    †   

* Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet.

† Daily Value not established.

Suggested Usage:  As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules 1 to 3 times daily, with meals or on an empty stomach.  Consider taking this product in combination with NOW® Glucosamine, Celadrin® and D-Flame™.

Other Ingredients:  Rice Flour, Gelatin (capsule) and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).

Contains no:  sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.

Caution:  Do Not Eat Freshness Packet.  Keep in Bottle.

Disclaimers:  *These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Store in a cool, dry place.  Please Recycle.