4CYTE
4CYTE is an Australian-developed joint-wellbeing range from Interpath, built around Epiitalis, a patented seed oil extract from Biota orientalis that is exclusive to the brand. It comes in two formats for dogs: Canine Granules you sprinkle on food, and the more concentrated Epiitalis Forte oral gel. The brand sits at the research-backed, vet-recommended end of the joint-support market, with published clinical work behind its active. It is widely available through Pet Circle and the veterinary channel, and direct from the brand's own AU site.
Scored by the Pet Reviews independent review board
Independent scoring · Updated June 2026 · Not veterinary advice
Overall score
Weighted across six areas · /100
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Brand facts
- Ownership
- Interpath Global, an Australian animal-health company
- Country of manufacture
- Australia
- Retailer relationship
- Independent — widely stocked
- Product types
- Supplement
- Price tier
- Premium ($$$)
- Overall score
- 85/100 · Strong
4CYTE is a strong choice if…
- ✓Senior dogs needing daily mobility and joint support
- ✓Active or large-breed dogs prone to joint wear
- ✓Owners wanting a research-backed, vet-recommended joint supplement
May not be the best fit if…
- —You want the lowest-cost joint supplement and are happy with simpler glucosamine blends
- —Your dog needs an all-in-one multi-system supplement rather than a dedicated joint formula
The 4CYTE range
Cost / day
$0
~15kg adult
Cost / feed
$0
2 meals/day
Price / kg
$659/kg
0.05kg bag
First ingredient
Epiitalis (Biota orientalis seed oil extract)
Protein
0%
An easy sprinkle-on starter size for trialling 4CYTE's joint support before committing to a larger bag.
Cost / day
$0
~15kg adult
Cost / feed
$0
2 meals/day
Price / kg
$579.50/kg
0.1kg bag
First ingredient
Epiitalis (Biota orientalis seed oil extract)
Protein
0%
The better-value granule size for dogs settled on 4CYTE or households with more than one dog.
Cost / day
$0
~15kg adult
Cost / feed
$0
2 meals/day
Price / kg
$579/kg
0.05kg bag
First ingredient
Epiitalis (Biota orientalis seed oil extract)
Protein
0%
A concentrated oral gel in a trial-friendly size, ideal for smaller dogs or first-time Forte users.
Cost / day
$0
~15kg adult
Cost / feed
$0
2 meals/day
Price / kg
$489.50/kg
0.1kg bag
First ingredient
Epiitalis (Biota orientalis seed oil extract)
Protein
0%
The mid-size Forte gel that balances concentrated joint support with sensible per-ml value for repeat users.
Cost / day
$0
~15kg adult
Cost / feed
$0
2 meals/day
Price / kg
$439.75/kg
0.2kg bag
First ingredient
Epiitalis (Biota orientalis seed oil extract)
Protein
0%
The best-value Forte gel for large dogs or multi-dog households committed to daily joint support.
Where to buy 4CYTE
Prices vary by retailer and change with sales, member and subscription pricing — always compare price per kg. Pricing on this site is a guide only, and nothing here is veterinary advice.
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