What does the cryptic crossword clue "Iced preparation used in horse health scheme (8)" mean?

The definition is "health scheme". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of EDIC (synonym="EDIC") + MARE (synonym="‘horse’") = MEDICARE; definition: "health scheme" The answer is MEDICARE.

Iced preparation used in horse health scheme (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29125 | 21 Across | 2023-07-18 flower

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