4Cyte for Dogs & Horses: Every Size, Price & Retailer Compared

If you’re searching for 4Cyte in Australia, you’ve probably already discovered the bad news: prices vary significantly between retailers, and the range of sizes can be confusing. Whether you’re treating a stiff older Labrador or managing a performance horse’s joints, this guide covers every 4Cyte product available in Australia — the gel vs granules debate, canine vs equine formulations, all available sizes, and where to find the lowest price right now based on our live comparison data.

What Is 4Cyte?

4Cyte is an Australian-developed joint supplement built around a patented ingredient called Epiitalis — a plant-based oil extract from the fruit of Elaeis guineensis (African oil palm). Unlike glucosamine-only supplements that simply provide building blocks, Epiitalis works at the cellular level to support cartilage-producing cells called chondrocytes. Independent veterinary trials have shown measurable improvements in mobility scores in dogs with osteoarthritis.

The brand makes separate formulations for dogs, cats, and horses. The active ingredient is the same, but concentrations and packaging differ between species — so don’t substitute between them.

4Cyte for Dogs: Gel vs Granules

The canine range comes in two delivery formats. Both contain the same Epiitalis Forte active, so the choice mostly comes down to your dog’s preferences and your budget per dose.

Gel is mixed into food or given directly. Most dogs accept it readily because it’s odourless. The gel is particularly useful for dogs that pick kibble out of their bowl and leave the granules behind. Gel comes in 50ml, 100ml, and 200ml sizes.

Granules are sprinkled over food. They’re the more economical format in larger sizes — a 100g bag covers more doses than a 100ml bottle at a similar price point. Some dogs do detect and avoid the granules; if your dog is food-selective, start with gel.

Canine Size Guide & Current Prices

All prices below are from our live catalog and represent the lowest price found across retailers at time of indexing. Check our product pages for the most current pricing.

4Cyte Epiitalis Forte Gel for Dogs

The 50ml bottle is the entry-point size — ideal for trialling the product or for small breeds. At $0.59 per ml at the lowest price, it’s the priciest format per dose but costs less upfront. Stocked at VetSupply, Jumbo Pets, and Chemist Direct.

The 100ml is the sweet spot for most medium to large dogs. You get a meaningfully better price per ml than the 50ml (around $0.49/ml at the lowest price), and it still fits easily in a cabinet without going off before you’ve finished it. Three retailers carry this size.

The 200ml is best value per dose for dogs on long-term maintenance — roughly $0.44/ml at the lowest price. If your vet has recommended 4Cyte as an ongoing supplement, this size makes the most sense financially. Currently stocked by VetSupply and Jumbo Pets.

4Cyte Canine Granules

The 50g granules pack is comparable in price to the 50ml gel, making it a useful size for trying the granule format. Stocked at VetSupply (cheapest at $32.64), Jumbo Pets, and Chemist Direct.

With four retailers stocking the 100g size — VetSupply, Jumbo Pets, Pet Circle, and Chemist Direct — you have the most competitive pricing here. VetSupply leads at $56.98, but the spread is relatively narrow, so it’s worth checking all four at checkout.

4Cyte for Horses: Equine Range

The equine formulation is significantly more concentrated than the canine version to match a horse’s body weight. Do not use the equine product on dogs — the concentration is inappropriate.

The equine range covers performance horses, competition horses recovering from joint stress, and older horses with chronic stiffness. The gel is particularly popular for horses that are difficult to supplement — it can be syringed directly into the mouth or mixed into feed.

The 250ml equine gel covers roughly 50 daily doses for an average 500kg horse. VetSupply carries it at $121.98; Chemist Direct stocks it at $139.95. Significant price gap — worth checking VetSupply first.

The 1L bottle is the long-term purchase for horse owners who’ve committed to 4Cyte as part of a maintenance programme. At $428.98 at VetSupply vs $454.95 at Chemist Direct, the saving on the larger size is worth noting.

For the equine granules (700g and 3.5kg), our catalog has pricing from three retailers. The 700g granules start from $242.99 at Pet Circle — compare prices at the product page for the latest figures.

Which Size Gives the Best Value?

For canine gel: the 200ml size gives the best per-ml cost, but only makes sense if your dog is already confirmed to tolerate and benefit from 4Cyte. Start with 50ml or 100ml, then move to 200ml once you’re confident it’s working.

For granules: the 100g size is the most competitive due to four-retailer pricing pressure. If your dog accepts granules, the 100g hits the right balance of dose count and cost.

For equine gel: VetSupply consistently undercuts the competition. The 1L is the best per-dose value for horses on ongoing supplementation.

Where to Buy 4Cyte in Australia

Based on our current catalog data, VetSupply offers the lowest price on most 4Cyte sizes. Chemist Direct also stocks the range (particularly the equine products), and Jumbo Pets carries most of the canine sizes. Pet Circle stocks selected canine granule sizes.

Prices do fluctuate — retailers run promotions and stock levels change. Always check our comparison tables for the live price before buying.

Browse the full 4Cyte range and compare current prices at our pet supplement comparison pages. If you’re also looking at joint supplements for corgis specifically, our corgi food guide covers foods formulated with glucosamine and joint support built in.