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SynoviG3, 240 Soft Chews 2 Pack

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Any manufacturer that gets to this point isn't one I want to ever trust

FDA NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: July 31, 2009

Media Inquiries: Michael Herndon, 301-796-4673, michael.herndon@fda.hhs.gov
Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA
FDA Takes Action Against Teva Animal Health Inc.
Company fails to adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a consent decree of permanent injunction filed today, that prohibits Teva Animal Health Inc., its president, and two principals from its parent company, from manufacturing and distributing adulterated veterinary drugs. The injunction, once entered by the court, will prevent the defendants from manufacturing and distributing veterinary drugs until they achieve compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and obtain FDA approval.

"Good manufacturing practice standards are the backbone of product quality and the instrument on which the FDA relies most heavily for assurance that veterinary drug products are safe and effective," said Bernadette Dunham, D.V.M., Ph.D., director of the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine.

During inspections between 2007 and 2009, the FDA found significant cGMP violations at Teva Animal Health's facilities, located in St. Joseph, Mo.

Under the terms of the consent decree, Teva Animal Health cannot resume manufacturing and distributing veterinary drugs until adequate methods, facilities, and controls are established and an independent expert inspects the facilities and procedures and certifies that they comply with cGMP. The FDA also will also inspect Teva Animal Health's facilities as needed before authorizing the company to resume operations. If, after resuming operations, the defendants fail to comply with any provision of the consent decree, cGMP, or the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the FDA may order the company to stop manufacturing and distributing veterinary drugs, recall the products, or take other corrective actions.

"The FDA will not tolerate the manufacture and distribution of adulterated animal drugs," said Michael Chappell, the FDA's acting associate commissioner for regulatory affairs. "Veterinarians and pet owners can be assured that the FDA will investigate and take regulatory actions against companies that produce animal drugs under conditions and controls that are inadequate to assure their safety and quality."

In the event of future violations, the consent decree also subjects Teva Animal Health to payments of $20,000 for each day the defendants fail to comply with any provision of the decree and an additional $25,000 for each shipment of veterinary drugs in violation of the decree, up to $7.5 million per year.

FDA inspection Failed so the manufacturer was forced to stop production. It's not safe to feed to your pets. I ordered the same thing, just different quantity but was only informed after the sale why it was discontinued.

i was able to purchase 2 tubs of synovi g3 for the same money i pay at the vets office for one. then they recommended a product that is actually better than synovi g3, so when i need to order it again i am going to try the different product.

Two years ago my vet prescribed Rimadil for my Shiba's joint pain. Knowing what Rimadil does to the liver, I decided to try Synovi G3. She is still moving fine and no Rimadil.

My show dogs have been taking this product for years and it provides an excellent source of vitamins and minerals needed for their coat and joints.

My Chesapeake Bay Retriever is running again and I attribute this to the SynoviG3 Soft Chews. She has arthritis in one of her front legs and the limping got so bad at one point she would just plop back down. I took her to the vet and they put her on an anti-inflammatory. It made a huge difference in her but I am not in a position to keep her constantly on them. The vet recommended SynoviG3 for her as a long term use.

I found it much cheaper on Amazon than anywhere else so went with it. I noticed a difference at about the 5 week stage - barely noticeable limp and much more active. For her 80 pounds I gave her 4 chews a day and after the 5th week have gone down to 3. If she maintains this activity and appears painfree I will probably go down to 2 a day and see how that goes.

This has been a life saver for my dog. She is so much more active that I'm disappointed in myself that I didnt' act sooner.

She loves the chews, views then as treats. The only reason I did not give this a solid 5 star is because my dog isn't as thrilled with eating these as she first was - it's turning into more of a chore for her to eat them. Since this is a long term type product I would love to see it offered in other flavors so that I can mix it up for my Chessie. Otherwise, this is an awesome supplement.

After being diagnosed with elbow dysplacia our vet recommended these supplements. Of course the cost was twice as much at the vets. So shopped on line and found the best price here. The difference in the dog is very noticeable while taking the SynoviG3. The minute he hears the lid crack open on the container he is headed towards it. Anyway, good stuff, good price, quick shipping!