Update to Equine Prohibited Substances List from 1 January 2027

Equestrian Australia (EA) advises members that updates to the FEI Equine Prohibited Substances List (EPSL) will take effect from 1 January 2027. 

The FEI Board has approved changes to the EPSL brought forward by the FEI List Group. The updated list has been published ahead of its commencement to allow National Federations, athletes and other participants time to familiarise themselves with the changes. 

What this means for EA competitions 

Under the EA Medication Control Policy, EA adopts the substances contained in the FEI Equine Prohibited Substances List in full. 

This means that from 1 January 2027, the substances contained in the updated FEI EPSL will apply to all events conducted under EA and FEI rules in Australia, not only FEI events. 

The adoption of the FEI substances across EA competition provides a consistent approach to medication control and supports horse welfare, fair competition and the integrity of equestrian sport. 

What is changing? 

The 2027 EPSL includes a number of additions and amendments to substances classified as Banned Substances and Controlled Medications. 

Changes include the addition of new substances, changes to the classification of some substances already on the list, the designation of certain substances as Specified Substances, and updates to alternative substance names and spellings. 

The changes cover a range of substance categories, including anaesthetics, analgesics, anticoagulants, corticosteroids, hormones, monoclonal antibodies, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and sedatives. 

What do participants need to do? 

EA encourages athletes, owners, trainers, veterinarians and other support personnel to familiarise themselves with the updated list well before it comes into effect. 

Anyone responsible for the care, treatment or preparation of a competition horse should review the 2027 list and consider whether any medications, treatments or supplements being used may be affected by the changes. 

Where a horse requires medication or treatment, participants are encouraged to work closely with their veterinarian and ensure they understand the applicable medication control requirements before competing. 

Importantly, participants should remember that the substances on the FEI list apply to horses competing at events conducted under EA rules as well as FEI rules. 

Familiarise yourself with the updated list 

The FEI has published the 2027 Equine Prohibited Substances List, together with information detailing the changes that will take effect from 1 January 2027. 

EA encourages all participants, particularly those responsible for the care and treatment of competition horses, to review the updated information now so they are prepared for the changes. 

View the FEI Anti-Doping Rules and 2027 Equine Prohibited Substances List 
inside.fei.org/content/anti-doping-rules