{"id":6911428591686,"title":"Herbsmith Impulsion with Composure Herbal Formula for Horses","handle":"herbsmith-impulsion-with-composure-herbal-formula-for-horses","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImpulsion with Composure is for the horse whose stiffness and tension tend to show up together. It is often chosen when joints and limbs feel less fluid, especially in colder weather, but the horse also carries a mental edge - becoming tense, reactive, or harder to settle when discomfort builds. Some horses hold that tension through the body first: shorter stride, tighter topline, less willingness to soften. Others show it mentally: more sensitivity, irritability, or difficulty staying relaxed in work. This formula was developed to support both sides of that picture, helping horses move more comfortably while staying mentally steadier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBehind the Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM, physical discomfort and temperament are closely connected. A horse in discomfort is often a tense, reactive, or difficult horse - not because of disposition alone, but because obstructed Qi and Blood in the channels create internal pressure that expresses as behavioral tension alongside physical stiffness. Impulsion with Composure addresses both simultaneously: expelling Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the joints, invigorating Qi and Blood circulation, and calming the Heart Shen so that as comfort improves, temperament settles alongside it. This is the distinguishing feature of the Composure variation within the Impulsion line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImpulsion with Composure vs. the Impulsion Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Herbsmith Impulsion line offers three variations for different constitutional presentations. Impulsion with Composure is specifically formulated for horses whose joint discomfort pattern is accompanied by excitability, restlessness, spookiness, or a generally reactive temperament - where calming the Shen is as important as moving the Bi obstruction. Impulsion with Vitality is the right choice when joint discomfort is accompanied by signs of general weakness, dullness, or reduced vitality rather than excitability. The base Impulsion formula is for the constitutionally balanced horse without significant deficiency or behavioral components. Choosing the right variation means looking at the full picture of the horse, not just the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe formula combines Wind-Damp-expelling herbs, Blood and Qi-invigorating herbs, Shen-calming herbs, and Dampness-resolving herbs to address both the physical obstruction and the behavioral tension that accompanies it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBai Shao (White Peony Root - Paeonia lactiflora):\u003c\/strong\u003e Calms and softens Liver Yang, addresses discomfort in the feet and legs from constrained Liver Yang, nourishes Blood, preserves Yin; a primary herb for both the physical and behavioral dimensions of this formula - Liver Yang rising contributes to a reactive, easily startled, or irritable temperament, and Bai Shao's Liver-calming action addresses both\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDang Gui (Angelica Tang Kuei - Angelica sinensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates, tonifies, and harmonizes Blood; disperses Cold in Wind-Damp obstructions; nourishes Blood to support tendon and sinew health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheng Di Huang (Raw Rehmannia Root - Rehmannia glutinosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes Yin and Blood, clears Heat and cools Blood, generates fluids; addresses the Yin and Blood deficiency component of chronic Bi syndrome and counterbalances warming herbs to prevent drying; also cools Heart Fire contributing to restlessness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTao Ren (Persica - Prunus persica kernel):\u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks up Blood stasis and invigorates Blood circulation; strengthens the Blood-moving action of the formula for horses with deeper stagnation presentations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCang Zhu (Atractylodes Rhizome - Atractylodes lancea):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dries Dampness in achy joints, addresses Damp-Heat pouring downward to the lower limbs, expels Wind-Dampness; strongly drying and Dampness-resolving for horses with heavy, stiff, or swollen-feeling limbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuai Niu Xi (Achyranthes Root - Achyranthes bidentata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, expels Blood stasis, strengthens sinews and bones, nourishes Liver and Kidney, clears Damp-Heat in the lower back and legs; directs the formula's actions downward to the lower limbs and hind end\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWei Ling Xian (Clematis Root - Clematis chinensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes movement of Qi to unblock channels, addresses joint discomfort, and dispels Wind-Dampness; particularly useful for Bi obstruction with channel blockage and discomfort that is diffuse or moving between joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChen Pi (Tangerine Peel - Matured - Citrus reticulata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes movement of Qi, prevents stagnation from the other herbs in the formula, dries Dampness, and transforms Phlegm; a regulatory herb that keeps the formula moving and prevents stagnation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFu Ling (Poria - Poria cocos):\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaches out Dampness, strengthens Spleen function, transforms Phlegm, quiets the Heart, and calms the Shen; one of the primary Shen-calming herbs in this formula alongside Bai Shao and Sheng Di Huang; essential for horses with restlessness, anxious behavior, or an easily disturbed nervous system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChuan Xiong (Ligusticum Root - Ligusticum chuanxiong):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, promotes movement of Qi, expels Wind, and addresses discomfort; enhances circulation-promoting and Wind-expelling effects of the formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHan Fang Ji (Stephania Root - Stephania tetrandra):\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates Dampness and tenderness in the limbs; expels Wind-Damp-Heat collecting in the channels; particularly useful for Bi with a Heat component - swelling, warmth, or discomfort worsening in warm weather as well as cold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQiang Huo (Notopterygium Root - Notopterygium incisum):\u003c\/strong\u003e Releases the exterior, disperses Wind-Cold and obstructions in the channels, and addresses discomfort; addresses Wind-Cold in the upper channels and larger joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFang Feng (Ledebouriella Root - Saposhnikovia divaricata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind, releases the exterior, and addresses discomfort; broad-spectrum Wind-expelling action across the channels and joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Dan Cao (Gentian Root - Gentiana scabra):\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains Damp-Heat from the Liver and Gallbladder channels, pacifies excessive Liver Fire; directly addresses the Liver Fire and Liver Yang rising component that contributes to spooky, reactive, or irritable behavior in horses with a Heat-type excitability pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBai Zhi (Angelica Dahurica - Angelica dahurica):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind, dispels Cold, dries Dampness, and addresses discomfort; adds Wind-Cold-Damp expelling action with affinity for the upper body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZhi Gan Cao (Honey Coated Licorice Root - Glycyrrhiza uralensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderates spasms and discomfort, harmonizes and moderates the characteristics of all other herbs in the formula, and tonifies Spleen Qi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoading dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop twice daily for the first 20 days, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop daily thereafter, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScoop included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tablespoon scoop included in each container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQuality and Sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecGMP Certified Facility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Herbsmith's own facility under veterinary oversight; every batch meets the highest safety and quality standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNASC Seal of Approval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Independently verified to exceed industry standards through rigorous quality control and testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibly Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbsmith partners only with cGMP-compliant suppliers committed to sustainability and conservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNot for use in pregnant animals. If the animal's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Federal law prohibits the off-label use of this product in ruminants. An examination from a veterinarian is recommended prior to using this product. Not for use within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Impulsion with Composure used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImpulsion with Composure is used when a horse's stiffness and mental tension seem to show up together - especially during colder weather or periods of heavier work. It is suited for horses that become tense, reactive, or harder to settle as discomfort builds, whether that tension shows up as a tighter body and shorter stride or as increased sensitivity and irritability under saddle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is Impulsion with Composure different from base Impulsion?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBase Impulsion focuses on physical stiffness and Wind-Cold-Damp Bi obstruction without a significant behavioral component. Impulsion with Composure uses the same Wind-Damp-expelling herbs but adds specific Shen-calming herbs - White Peony (Bai Shao), Poria (Fu Ling), Raw Rehmannia (Sheng Di Huang), and Chinese Gentian (Long Dan Cao) - for horses that also become tense, reactive, or mentally tight when discomfort builds. If the horse is physically stiff but mentally balanced, base Impulsion is typically the better fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is this different from Serenity?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerenity is chosen when the mental side leads the picture. Impulsion with Composure is usually chosen when physical stiffness and mental tension rise together. If mental reactivity is the main issue and joint discomfort is not a notable part of the picture, Serenity is often the better fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs this a good choice for tense horses in cold weather?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. It is commonly used when cold weather affects both comfort and relaxation. The Wind-Cold-Damp Bi herbs address the physical stiffness that worsens in cold and damp conditions, while the Shen-calming herbs address the mental tension that often builds alongside it. Horses that become harder to manage, shorter in stride, and more reactive during cold months are often well-matched candidates for this formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCan Impulsion with Composure be used daily?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. Daily consistency usually works best. The loading protocol - one scoop twice daily for the first 20 days - builds therapeutic levels more quickly; then the maintenance dose of one scoop daily is intended for ongoing use. Both the joint-comfort and Shen-calming benefits are cumulative and typically become more consistent with several weeks of daily administration, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs it for spooky horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIt can help horses whose discomfort contributes to tension and spookiness. If the horse becomes reactive primarily when it is uncomfortable - tighter, more sensitive, or more on edge as stiffness builds - then Impulsion with Composure addresses both sides of that pattern. If mental reactivity is the main issue and physical stiffness is not a notable part of the picture, Serenity is often the better fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-05-20T18:00:17-05:00","created_at":"2022-05-13T17:40:16-05:00","vendor":"Herbsmith","type":"Horse Vitamins \u0026 Supplements","tags":["Health_Need_Behavioral","Health_Need_Bone_And_Joint","Health_Need_Discomfort","Health_Need_Muscular","Health_Need_Performance","Herb_Type_Powder","No_Authorization_Required","Product_Type_Herb","Species_Horse","Vendor_Herbsmith"],"price":8519,"price_min":8519,"price_max":14279,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":40057449316422,"title":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEIC-30","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Impulsion with Composure Herbal Formula for Horses - 30 Day Supply - Single Unit","public_title":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","options":["30 Day Supply - Single Unit"],"price":8519,"weight":1,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"718122130658","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}},{"id":40057449349190,"title":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEIC-60","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Impulsion with Composure Herbal Formula for Horses - 60 Day Supply - Single Unit","public_title":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","options":["60 Day Supply - Single Unit"],"price":14279,"weight":1,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"718122576395","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/equine_ImpC-sw.jpg?v=1665239828"],"featured_image":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/equine_ImpC-sw.jpg?v=1665239828","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"Herbsmith Impulsion with Composure Herbal Formula for Horses Product Front \u0026 Herbal Powder","id":21966528512070,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.982,"height":386,"width":379,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/equine_ImpC-sw.jpg?v=1665239828"},"aspect_ratio":0.982,"height":386,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/equine_ImpC-sw.jpg?v=1665239828","width":379}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImpulsion with Composure is for the horse whose stiffness and tension tend to show up together. It is often chosen when joints and limbs feel less fluid, especially in colder weather, but the horse also carries a mental edge - becoming tense, reactive, or harder to settle when discomfort builds. Some horses hold that tension through the body first: shorter stride, tighter topline, less willingness to soften. Others show it mentally: more sensitivity, irritability, or difficulty staying relaxed in work. This formula was developed to support both sides of that picture, helping horses move more comfortably while staying mentally steadier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBehind the Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM, physical discomfort and temperament are closely connected. A horse in discomfort is often a tense, reactive, or difficult horse - not because of disposition alone, but because obstructed Qi and Blood in the channels create internal pressure that expresses as behavioral tension alongside physical stiffness. Impulsion with Composure addresses both simultaneously: expelling Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the joints, invigorating Qi and Blood circulation, and calming the Heart Shen so that as comfort improves, temperament settles alongside it. This is the distinguishing feature of the Composure variation within the Impulsion line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImpulsion with Composure vs. the Impulsion Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Herbsmith Impulsion line offers three variations for different constitutional presentations. Impulsion with Composure is specifically formulated for horses whose joint discomfort pattern is accompanied by excitability, restlessness, spookiness, or a generally reactive temperament - where calming the Shen is as important as moving the Bi obstruction. Impulsion with Vitality is the right choice when joint discomfort is accompanied by signs of general weakness, dullness, or reduced vitality rather than excitability. The base Impulsion formula is for the constitutionally balanced horse without significant deficiency or behavioral components. Choosing the right variation means looking at the full picture of the horse, not just the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe formula combines Wind-Damp-expelling herbs, Blood and Qi-invigorating herbs, Shen-calming herbs, and Dampness-resolving herbs to address both the physical obstruction and the behavioral tension that accompanies it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBai Shao (White Peony Root - Paeonia lactiflora):\u003c\/strong\u003e Calms and softens Liver Yang, addresses discomfort in the feet and legs from constrained Liver Yang, nourishes Blood, preserves Yin; a primary herb for both the physical and behavioral dimensions of this formula - Liver Yang rising contributes to a reactive, easily startled, or irritable temperament, and Bai Shao's Liver-calming action addresses both\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDang Gui (Angelica Tang Kuei - Angelica sinensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates, tonifies, and harmonizes Blood; disperses Cold in Wind-Damp obstructions; nourishes Blood to support tendon and sinew health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheng Di Huang (Raw Rehmannia Root - Rehmannia glutinosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes Yin and Blood, clears Heat and cools Blood, generates fluids; addresses the Yin and Blood deficiency component of chronic Bi syndrome and counterbalances warming herbs to prevent drying; also cools Heart Fire contributing to restlessness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTao Ren (Persica - Prunus persica kernel):\u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks up Blood stasis and invigorates Blood circulation; strengthens the Blood-moving action of the formula for horses with deeper stagnation presentations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCang Zhu (Atractylodes Rhizome - Atractylodes lancea):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dries Dampness in achy joints, addresses Damp-Heat pouring downward to the lower limbs, expels Wind-Dampness; strongly drying and Dampness-resolving for horses with heavy, stiff, or swollen-feeling limbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuai Niu Xi (Achyranthes Root - Achyranthes bidentata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, expels Blood stasis, strengthens sinews and bones, nourishes Liver and Kidney, clears Damp-Heat in the lower back and legs; directs the formula's actions downward to the lower limbs and hind end\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWei Ling Xian (Clematis Root - Clematis chinensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes movement of Qi to unblock channels, addresses joint discomfort, and dispels Wind-Dampness; particularly useful for Bi obstruction with channel blockage and discomfort that is diffuse or moving between joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChen Pi (Tangerine Peel - Matured - Citrus reticulata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes movement of Qi, prevents stagnation from the other herbs in the formula, dries Dampness, and transforms Phlegm; a regulatory herb that keeps the formula moving and prevents stagnation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFu Ling (Poria - Poria cocos):\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaches out Dampness, strengthens Spleen function, transforms Phlegm, quiets the Heart, and calms the Shen; one of the primary Shen-calming herbs in this formula alongside Bai Shao and Sheng Di Huang; essential for horses with restlessness, anxious behavior, or an easily disturbed nervous system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChuan Xiong (Ligusticum Root - Ligusticum chuanxiong):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, promotes movement of Qi, expels Wind, and addresses discomfort; enhances circulation-promoting and Wind-expelling effects of the formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHan Fang Ji (Stephania Root - Stephania tetrandra):\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates Dampness and tenderness in the limbs; expels Wind-Damp-Heat collecting in the channels; particularly useful for Bi with a Heat component - swelling, warmth, or discomfort worsening in warm weather as well as cold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQiang Huo (Notopterygium Root - Notopterygium incisum):\u003c\/strong\u003e Releases the exterior, disperses Wind-Cold and obstructions in the channels, and addresses discomfort; addresses Wind-Cold in the upper channels and larger joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFang Feng (Ledebouriella Root - Saposhnikovia divaricata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind, releases the exterior, and addresses discomfort; broad-spectrum Wind-expelling action across the channels and joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Dan Cao (Gentian Root - Gentiana scabra):\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains Damp-Heat from the Liver and Gallbladder channels, pacifies excessive Liver Fire; directly addresses the Liver Fire and Liver Yang rising component that contributes to spooky, reactive, or irritable behavior in horses with a Heat-type excitability pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBai Zhi (Angelica Dahurica - Angelica dahurica):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind, dispels Cold, dries Dampness, and addresses discomfort; adds Wind-Cold-Damp expelling action with affinity for the upper body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZhi Gan Cao (Honey Coated Licorice Root - Glycyrrhiza uralensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderates spasms and discomfort, harmonizes and moderates the characteristics of all other herbs in the formula, and tonifies Spleen Qi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoading dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop twice daily for the first 20 days, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop daily thereafter, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScoop included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tablespoon scoop included in each container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQuality and Sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecGMP Certified Facility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Herbsmith's own facility under veterinary oversight; every batch meets the highest safety and quality standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNASC Seal of Approval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Independently verified to exceed industry standards through rigorous quality control and testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibly Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbsmith partners only with cGMP-compliant suppliers committed to sustainability and conservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNot for use in pregnant animals. If the animal's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Federal law prohibits the off-label use of this product in ruminants. An examination from a veterinarian is recommended prior to using this product. Not for use within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Impulsion with Composure used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImpulsion with Composure is used when a horse's stiffness and mental tension seem to show up together - especially during colder weather or periods of heavier work. It is suited for horses that become tense, reactive, or harder to settle as discomfort builds, whether that tension shows up as a tighter body and shorter stride or as increased sensitivity and irritability under saddle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is Impulsion with Composure different from base Impulsion?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBase Impulsion focuses on physical stiffness and Wind-Cold-Damp Bi obstruction without a significant behavioral component. Impulsion with Composure uses the same Wind-Damp-expelling herbs but adds specific Shen-calming herbs - White Peony (Bai Shao), Poria (Fu Ling), Raw Rehmannia (Sheng Di Huang), and Chinese Gentian (Long Dan Cao) - for horses that also become tense, reactive, or mentally tight when discomfort builds. If the horse is physically stiff but mentally balanced, base Impulsion is typically the better fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is this different from Serenity?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerenity is chosen when the mental side leads the picture. Impulsion with Composure is usually chosen when physical stiffness and mental tension rise together. If mental reactivity is the main issue and joint discomfort is not a notable part of the picture, Serenity is often the better fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs this a good choice for tense horses in cold weather?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. It is commonly used when cold weather affects both comfort and relaxation. The Wind-Cold-Damp Bi herbs address the physical stiffness that worsens in cold and damp conditions, while the Shen-calming herbs address the mental tension that often builds alongside it. Horses that become harder to manage, shorter in stride, and more reactive during cold months are often well-matched candidates for this formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCan Impulsion with Composure be used daily?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. Daily consistency usually works best. The loading protocol - one scoop twice daily for the first 20 days - builds therapeutic levels more quickly; then the maintenance dose of one scoop daily is intended for ongoing use. Both the joint-comfort and Shen-calming benefits are cumulative and typically become more consistent with several weeks of daily administration, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs it for spooky horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIt can help horses whose discomfort contributes to tension and spookiness. If the horse becomes reactive primarily when it is uncomfortable - tighter, more sensitive, or more on edge as stiffness builds - then Impulsion with Composure addresses both sides of that pattern. If mental reactivity is the main issue and physical stiffness is not a notable part of the picture, Serenity is often the better fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}