TRIBUTE *Organic herbal blend for horses - fast-acting, acute-supporting, comfort-sustaining
Whether your horse is managing an acute flare-up, sudden injury or onset laminitis, TriBute’s potent, fast-acting synergistic formula offers effective support for acute emergency episodes.
When discomfort strikes suddenly, every moment matters. TriBute's potent, fast-absorbing blend works in harmony with the body’s natural repair response, helping ease inflammation and sustain comfort through those critical early hours.
✨ “Gave immediate relief. Keeping it on hand for emergencies now!”
Overview
Pain is one of the most disruptive experiences for horses, significantly impacting their quality of life. Chronic discomfort can persist long after the initial cause, often becoming more debilitating over time. Managing discomfort effectively is essential for restoring your horse’s vitality and maintaining their long-term health.
We usually hear pain described as either acute (think laminitis flare-up, sudden injury, basically short-term) or chronic (think arthritis, long-term tendon strain), and more based on the duration of the pain, rather than its intensity.
- Acute pain actually has a function - it's the body’s alarm bell, an emergency signal saying "stop, something's wrong," and puts the body in protective mode by triggering an immediate inflammatory response to prevent tissue damage due to a harmful event. Demanding rest and support, acute pain is usually short-term - hours to days, and is typically the type of pain associated with surgery or trauma, i.e. laminitis. See our TriBute.
- Chronic pain is more complex - it outlives its origincal cause and brings no real benefit, protective or otherwise, lasting weeks to months or even years, and often permanent. As per its name, it's typically the type of pain associated with chronic conditions, i.e. arthritis. Worse, chronic pain can also be biologically destructive to the body - it keeps stress hormones like cortisol elevated, which doesn’t just affect mood – it actively suppresses the immune system and kidney function, increasing oxidative stress throughout the body. See our DuoBute.
TriBute’s tincture blend leverages the bioactive properties of organic phytonutrients, offering a gentle yet powerful approach to support your horse’s comfort. The rapid absorption ensures results when your horse needs them most.
*For the latest insights on pain, see our A-Z Condition/Pain page. Is TriBute Right for My Horse?
TriBute is designed for horses experiencing sudden pain, acute flare-ups, injury-related discomfort, or emergency laminitic episodes. Ideal in the urgent, early-stage window - when your horse needs rapid comfort support while you stabilise the situation and arrange vet advice where needed.
🌿 Ideal for horses who…
- Experience sudden-onset discomfort, such as a field injury, soft tissue damage, or acute inflammatory episode..
- Are in the early stages of laminitis, showing heat, pulses, or acute foot sensitivity.
- Need help remaining more comfortable during the initial hours or days of an injury while rest begins.
- Benefit from fast-absorbing nutritional support during critical “red flag” moments before longer-term plans are in place.
⚠️ Not suitable for horses who…
- Are pregnant or nursing, due to circulatory and salicylate -containing botanicals.
- Are currently receiving phenylbutazone (Bute), Danilon, or any other NSAIDs — TriBute must not be combined with NSAID medications.
- Have confirmed or suspected gastric ulcers, as salicylate -containing herbs may not be appropriate.
- Are competing - Devil’s Claw (Harpagophytum) and natural salicylates are controlled substances; always check FEI/discipline rules.
- Require long-term support - TriBute is designed for short-term use only (max 6–8 weeks) before transitioning to DuoBute for ongoing comfort.
- Show severe symptoms such as collapse, fracture, extreme distress, non–weight-bearing lameness, or sudden neurological signs - these require immediate veterinary attention.
Which blend — TriBute or DuoBute?
Each supports your horse through different stages of discomfort:
→ TriBute
Fast-acting | Acute-phase support | Emergency comfort
Choose TriBute when your horse is experiencing:
- sudden pain
- acute injury
- early laminitis
- a flare-up requiring rapid absorption
- immediate short-term relief while resting
TriBute is your first aid–style support in the hours and days following an acute event, filling the gap between acute onset and veterinary guidance, offering fast-absorbing support during the most critical period.
→ DuoBute
Daily | Ongoing comfort | Long-term support
Choose DuoBute when your horse needs help with:
- chronic discomfort
- arthritic patterns
- long-term soft-tissue recovery
- recurring stiffness or soreness
- post-acute maintenance after TriBute
DuoBute provides steady, gentle, long-term nutritional comfort support once the acute phase has settled.
→ When to choose which?
| IF YOUR HORSE... | BEST CHOICE |
|---|---|
| Has sudden-onset pain or acute discomfort | TriBute |
| Shows early laminitis signs (heat, pulses, foot soreness) | TriBute |
| Has a flare-up from injury, strain, or overexertion | TriBute |
| Needs fast-absorbing, short-term support | TriBute |
| Has ongoing stiffness or chronic discomfort | DuoBute |
| Manages arthritis or long-term tendon/ligament strain | DuoBute |
| Needs daily comfort support after the acute phase | DuoBute |
| Is recovering from an acute episode and needs maintenance support | DuoBute |
Composition & Feed Guide
Each herb in TriBute plays a fast-acting role in supporting acute comfort, easing inflammatory tension, and helping the body navigate the immediate demands of pain and tissue strain.
Together, they offer targeted botanical support during those critical early hours of discomfort.
TriBute is a nutritional, functional food supplement and not veterinary medicine. For more information, see Dr Kellon's article - Nutrition is not 'Alternative' Therapy .
Composition Glossary
- Filipendula ulmaria (Meadowsweet) – A soothing, mucilage-rich herb containing natural salicylates that help maintain normal inflammatory balance. Traditionally valued for supporting gastric comfort while easing systemic tension — a gentle choice during acute flare-ups where the digestive system is under stress.
- Salix alba (White Willow Bark) – A classic source of natural salicylates that supports the body’s innate comfort pathways. Helps maintain steady inflammatory responses and ease tissue sensitivity during sudden strain, without the harshness of conventional NSAIDs.
- Harpagophytum procumbens (Devil’s Claw) – A powerful root traditionally used to support short-term musculoskeletal comfort. Known for helping maintain ease of movement, joint suppleness, and acute inflammatory balance during episodes of sudden discomfort.
Feed Guide
💧Tincture
Our human-grade, certified organic tinctures provide a ready-to-absorb potent source of phytonutrients, for immediate absorption into the bloodstream.
- Feed 6ml/100kg bodyweight per day, i.e. 30ml for a 500kg horse. Shake well before use.
Fussy Eater
Horses may have their own opinions (and strong tastebuds!), so now and then a new blend might need a little extra encouragement. This doesn’t reflect the quality or efficacy of the product, but rather their natural instinct towards new flavours.
Check out our Fussy Eaters page, or send us a message - we've many helpful tips to make introducing new supplements easier.
Footnotes
- Pregnant or nursing mares - always seek veterinary advice before feeding.
- ♻️ Eco Note: Our packaging is recyclable and refillable.
- 🧊 Storage Tip: Keep cool and dry.
Footnotes
- Laboratory tested for identification and compliance to the British and European Pharmacopoeia standards.
- Human grade.
- ♻️ Eco Note: Our packaging is recyclable and refillable.
- 🧊 Storage Tip: Keep cool and dry.
Clinical Considerations
Advisories
- Designed for short-term use during acute discomfort or flare-ups.
- Ideal for use alongside rest during injury recovery or laminitic episodes.
- May be rotated with DuoBute for ongoing comfort support once the acute phase has passed.
- Contains natural salicylates ( Filipendula and Salix ) — check FEI and competition regulations prior to use.
Contraindications
- Not suitable for pregnant or nursing mares due to circulatory and salicylate-containing herbs.
- Do not combine with phenylbutazone (Bute), Danilon, or other NSAID medications.
- Not advised for horses with confirmed or suspected gastric ulcers.
- Do not feed for longer than 6–8 weeks continuously; designed for short-term support.
- Harpagophytum (Devil’s Claw) is a controlled substance under competition rules - always verify before competing.
Note
If you’re discussing this with your vet, you’re welcome to share our TriBute Vet Reference
extract with them.
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