There are only a limited number of nutraceuticals for which research has been done in the horse. Much of the data used to promote nutraceuticals to the public come from human research. The use of nutraceuticals as performance enhancers is much more common than treatment of disease. Replacement of these building blocks can work in two ways: to diminish disease signs or to improve performance. The theory behind the mode of action of nutraceuticals is to provide functional benefits by increasing the supply of natural building blocks in the body. Horse Power – DX4 – Dexamethasone – Anti inflammatory – 10 ml Vetsearch – Dynacleine – ATP – Energizer – 50 ml Zoovet – Edemax – Anti-inflammatory – Diuretic – 30 ml FM – Enantato FM x 10 ml (inyect.)(Testosterone) – Testo Enantate – 10 ml (200 mg/ml). VET ONLY PRODUCT - Dimethyl glycine HCL supplement to aid circulation, performance, endurance and recovery.
These products are used in human nutrition and have become popular in the equine industry also. This term has been used to describe a broad list of products sold under the premise of being dietary supplements (i.e., foods) used for the expressed intent of treatment or prevention of disease. The term “nutraceutical” combines the word “nutrient” (a nourishing food or food component) with “pharmaceutical” (a medical drug).
