Nestlé Materna

Natural health product licensed in Canada

Licence holder: Nestlé Canada Inc.
NPN or DIN-HM: 80001842
Status: Active licence
Licence date: 20 June 2006
Revision date: 14 December 2015
Form: Comprimé
Route of administration: Orale
Application type: Officinale

If this product were sold in France

Dose déclarée au-delà d'une limite
Fer: up to 27 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (1 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 14 mg set in France for a food supplement (2006 Order, not revised since November 2006).
arrêté du 9 mai 2006, annexe III. French orders of 9 May 2006 and 14 November 2006 as published in the Official Journal (maximum daily doses), retrieved 21 October 2026.
Dose déclarée au-delà d'une limite
Chrome: up to 30 µg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (1 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 25 µg set in France for a food supplement (2006 Order, not revised since November 2006).
arrêté du 9 mai 2006, annexe III. French orders of 9 May 2006 and 14 November 2006 as published in the Official Journal (maximum daily doses), retrieved 21 October 2026.

A daily quantity is calculated only for an explicit adult oral dosage, stated per day and in a solid unit matching the product form. Ambiguous units, liquids, powders and paediatric doses are not extrapolated. A quantity not calculated is not compared with dose limits. This analysis does not constitute authorisation for sale in France or an assessment of safety or efficacy.

Composition

Medicinal ingredient and source	Per dosage unit, according to the source	Maximum per day, adult
Manganèse Source : Sulfate de manganèse	2 mg	2,000 µg
Fer Source : Fumarate ferreux	27 mg	27,000 µg
Biotine	30 mcg	30 µg
Riboflavine Source : Riboflavine	1.4 mg	1,400 µg
Vitamine E Source : acétate de dl-a-tocophéryle Potency : 30 UI	13.5 mg	13,500 µg
bêta-carotène Source : Bêta carotène Potency : 2,500 UI	1,500 mcg	Not calculated
Vitamine B6 Source : Chlorhydrate de pyridoxine	1.9 mg	1,900 µg
Vitamine B12 Source : Cyanocobalamine	2.6 mcg	2.6 µg
Chrome Source : Chlorure de Chrome	30 mcg	30 µg
Niacinamide Source : Niacinamide	18 mg	Not calculated
Calcium Source : Carbonate de calcium	250 mg	250,000 µg
Molybdène Source : Molybdate de sodium	50 mcg	50 µg

Non-medicinal ingredients

Starch, Corn, Calcium phosphate, Macrogol 3350, Poly(alcool vinylique), Acide citrique, Ascorbate de sodium, Stéarate de magnésium, citrate de sodium, Triglycérides à chaîne moyenne, Maltodextrine, Hypromellose, Cellulose - microcrystalline, sulfate sodique de lauryle, Dioxyde de silicium, Hydroxytoluene butylé, glucose syrup, Acide stéarique, Talc, Lécithine, Crospovidone, Saccharose, Carmine, Modified food starch, Stéarate de calcium, Gélatine, Dioxyde de titane

Recommended doses in Canada

Population	Age	Quantity per serving	Frequency
Adultes de sexe féminin	minimum: 19 years	1 Comprimé	1 Tous les jours

Uses authorised in Canada

Text supplied in English because no French text is available.

Prenatal Postpartum Vitamin and Mineral supplement. Helps prevent neural tube defects when taken daily prior to becoming pregnant and during early pregnancy. Helps maintain good health. Helps to maintain eyesight, skin, membranes and immune function. Helps in the development and maintenance of night vision. Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth. Antioxidants for the maintenance of good health. Helps the body to metabolize fats and proteins. Helps in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums. Helps in connective tissue formation. Helps in wound healing. Helps the body to metabolize proteins. Helps to form red blood cells. Helps to prevent folate deficiency. Helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Helps in tissue formation. Helps normal growth and development. Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth. Helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus. Calcium intake, when combined with sufficient vitamin D, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. Provides support for healthy glucose metabolism. Helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates and fats. Helps to maintain proper muscle function. Helps in the function of the thyroid gland. Helps to form red blood cells and helps in their proper function. Helps to prevent iron deficiency. Helps to prevent iron deficiency anemia. Helps to produce and repair connective tissue. Helps in the development and maintenance of bones. Helps maintain healthy skin. Helps maintain immune function. Multi-vitamin/mineral supplement.

A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.

Warnings in Canada

Précautions et mises en garde
There is enough iron in this package to seriously harm a child. Keep out of reach of children. Do not exceed the recommended daily use. If taking other supplements, read label, as other supplements may contain the same ingredients. In case of accidental overdose, contact a physician or poison control centre immediately.

Source

Official Health Canada record, licence 80001842

Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks, retrieved 27 October 2026.

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada (Health Canada, LNHPD)

Licence du gouvernement ouvert – Canada 2.0 (OGL-Canada 2.0)

The formula sold in Europe under the same name may differ. This information does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist.

List in the official revision dated 14 December 2015 (register: Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks).

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