Prenatal DHA with Beta-Carotene
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Licence holder
- Natural Factors Nutritional Products Limited
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80048463
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 19 February 2014
- Revision date
- 13 December 2017
- Form
- Capsule
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Non traditionnelle
If this product were sold in France
- Dose déclarée au-delà d'une limite
Zinc: up to 25 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (2 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 15 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
Vitamine B6: up to 2.6 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (2 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 2 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium Source : Carbonate de calcium | 100 mg | 200,000 µg |
| Zinc Source : Produit de chélation de zinc et de protéine végétale hydrolysée (PVH) | 12.5 mg | 25,000 µg |
| Vitamine B6 Source : Chlorhydrate de pyridoxine | 1.3 mg | 2,600 µg |
| Riboflavine Source : Riboflavine | 0.85 mg | 1,700 µg |
| Bêta-carotène tout trans Source : bêta-carotène | 750 mcg | Not calculated |
| Folate Source : Acide folique | 0.5 mg | Not calculated |
| Biotine Source : Biotine | 50 mcg | 100 µg |
| Huile de poisson Source : Engraulidae - en entier Potency : 132.5 mg Docosahexaenoic acid | Not specified | Not calculated |
| Huile de poisson Source : Scombridae - en entier Potency : 132.5 mg Docosahexaenoic acid | Not specified | Not calculated |
| Huile de poisson Source : Clupeidae - en entier Potency : 132.5 mg Docosahexaenoic acid | Not specified | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose, Gélatine, Eau purifiée, Cire d'abeille jaune, Glycérine, Lécithine, Poudre de caroube, Huile de graines de lin
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | Not specified | 2 Capsule | 1 Tous les jours |
Uses authorised in Canada
Text supplied in English because no French text is available.
Helps to reduce the risk of neural tube defects when taken daily at least three months prior to becoming pregnant and during early pregnancy. Helps to produce and repair connective tissue. Source of vitamins and minerals, factors in the maintenance of good health. Source of vitamins and minerals, factors in normal growth and development. Source of vitamins and minerals to support biological functions which play a key role in the maintenance of good health. Multi-vitamin and multi-mineral supplement. Source of/An antioxidant that decreases the adverse effects of free radicals on normal physiological functions. Source of/An antioxidant that helps to reduce free radicals and lipid oxidation in body tissues. Source of/An antioxidant that helps (to): a) fight / b) protect (cells) against / c) reduce (the oxidative effect of/the oxidative damage caused by/cell damage caused by) free radicals. Helps in collagen formation to maintain healthy bones, cartilage, teeth and/or gums. Helps to maintain the body's ability to metabolize nutrients. Helps to prevent pantothenic acid deficiency. Helps to prevent vitamin B6 deficiency. Helps in energy production. Helps to prevent thiamine deficiency. Helps to maintain healthy mucous membranes. Helps to maintain normal red blood cells. Helps to maintain normal metabolism of iron. Helps to prevent riboflavin deficiency. Helps to support normal early fetal development. Helps to support normal early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord. Helps to prevent folate deficiency. Helps to maintain healthy hair, nail, mucous membranes and/or skin. Helps to maintain cognitive functions. Helps to prevent biotin deficiency. Calcium intake, when combined with sufficient Vitamin D, a healthy diet and regular exercise may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. Helps to build strong bones and teeth. Helps in the process of normal cell division. Helps in the normal function of the immune system. Helps to prevent vitamin B12 deficiency. Adequate calcium (and vitamin D) (throughout life) as part of a healthy diet, (along with physical activity) may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis (in peri- and postmenopausal women) (in later life). Adequate calcium (and vitamin D) (throughout life) as part of a healthy diet, (along with physical activity) may help prevent bone loss/osteoporosis (in peri- and postmenopausal women) (in later life). Source of/An electrolyte for the maintenance of good health. Helps to maintain normal muscle function. Helps in the process of normal regulation of cell division and specialisation. Helps to maintain proper muscle function, including the heart muscle. Helps in energy metabolism, tissue formation and bone development. Helps to maintain normal electrolyte balance. Helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue caused by iron deficiency anemia. Helps pregnant women meet (the) (Health Canada's) recommended intake for iron, when taken in conjunction with a healthy diet. Helps to prevent iron deficiency. Helps to prevent iron deficiency anaemia. Helps to prevent iron deficiency anemia and associated tiredness and fatigue. Helps to maintain normal DNA synthesis. Helps to maintain normal acid-base metabolism. Helps to maintain healthy bones, hair, nail and/or skin. Helps to maintain normal iron transport in the body. Helps to prevent zinc deficiency. Helps to prevent copper deficiency. Helps in connective tissue formation.
(Clinically shown to) help(s) prevent nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness, and/or seasickness. Ginger is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve digestive upset/disturbances including lack of appetite, nausea, digestive spasms, indigestion dyspepsia and flatulent colic (carminative). Source of omega-3 fatty acids for the maintenance of good health. Source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) for the maintenance of good health. A factor in the maintenance of good health. Helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Helps to form red blood cells and their proper function. Helps normal growth and development. Helps in tissue formation. Helps in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums. Helps in wound healing. An antioxidant for the maintenance of good health. Helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus. Helps to maintain proper muscle function. Helps to maintain healthy skin and immune function. Source of vitamin A to help maintain eyesight, skin, membranes and immune function. Source of vitamin A to help in the development and maintenance of night vision. Helps support cognitive health and/or brain function. Source of omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) for the maintenance of good health. Helps support the development of the brain, eyes and nerves.
A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.
Warnings in Canada
No French warning text available in the imported data.
Warnings are available in English on the official record.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80048463
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 (register: Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks).
List recorded in 2017. Photograph the packaging to check whether it has changed. Photograph the packaging