RoseShip is a herbal medication with anti-inflammatory properties. It's available over the counter in capsule form. Evidence suggests that rosehip may be effective in relieving some symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Rose hips can be added to dishes as a flavor enhancer or processed into oil or powder for use as a supplement.
n this trial, 89 participants with rheumatoid arthritis were randomly assigned 5 g of rosehip powder or placebo powder once a day for six months.
Those who received rosehip reported greater improvements in disease activity, quality of life, physical function and physical global assessment than the placebo group.
There were more dropouts and side-effects in the placebo group.
One person in the rosehip group developed vasculitis, but it was unclear whether this was related to the treatment as they were also on several other medications.