Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis
Mechanism
Rosemary leaves contain rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid, carnosol and essential oil. These polyphenols and diterpenes show pronounced antioxidant properties in vitro. Traditionally rosemary is used as a culinary and herbal additive. In the horse there are no robust controlled studies on clinical endpoints; use rests on transfer from in-vitro and human data.
Cautions
- · Use with restraint during pregnancy (traditional reservations about strongly essential-oil-rich herbs)
- · Essential oils dose-dependently irritant — keep dosing moderate
Sources
Frequently asked questions
Is Rosemary a feed or a veterinary medicine for horses?
Equiterna classes Rosemary as “Complementary feed”. Legal framework: Regulation (EU) 2019/6 / TAMG (DE/AT), Feed Regulation (EC) 767/2009.
Is Rosemary allowed at FEI competitions?
In the profile, Rosemary is listed with the FEI status “Not listed”. The current FEI list is authoritative, so please check its latest version.
Which dosage do the sources give for Rosemary?
Stated in the profile: approx. 5–15 g dried leaves/animal/day (large horse); dose essential oils sparingly. This is information from the literature, not an instruction for an individual horse.
Which sources are there for Rosemary?
The profile cites: ESCOP, EMA/HMPC Rosmarini folium, and PMID:29682318.
Usage note
This content is for information and education. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment. If your horse shows signs of illness, consult a veterinarian.
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