ProChoice Para Aid Capsules
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Licence holder
- ProChoice Herbals
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80063350
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 13 August 2015
- Revision date
- 12 April 2016
- Form
- Capsule
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Non traditionnelle
If this product were sold in France
- Conditions légales
Senna obtusifolia (L.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby: L'étiquetage doit comporter un avertissement déconseillant l'emploi aux enfants de moins de 12 ans, aux femmes enceintes et allaitantes et une mention déconseillant l'usage prolongé.
arrêté du 24 juin 2014, annexe I. French orders of 9 May 2006 (nutrients), 24 June 2014 (plants) and 26 September 2016 (other substances), consolidated LEGI collection, retrieved 23 October 2026.
- Conditions légales
Aloe vera (L.) Burm. f.: L'étiquetage doit comporter un avertissement déconseillant l'emploi aux enfants de moins de 12 ans, aux femmes enceintes et allaitantes et une mention déconseillant l'usage prolongé
arrêté du 24 juin 2014, annexe I. French orders of 9 May 2006 (nutrients), 24 June 2014 (plants) and 26 September 2016 (other substances), consolidated LEGI collection, retrieved 23 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiana lutea Source : Racine | 75 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Juglans nigra Source : Feuille | 100 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Artemisia absinthium Source : Feuille | 100 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Thymus vulgaris Source : Feuille | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Origanum vulgare Source : Feuille | 25 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Senna obtusifolia Source : Feuille | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Allium sativum Source : Bulbe | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Citrus paradisi Source : Graine(s) | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Mentha x piperita Source : Feuille | 30 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Aloe vera Source : Feuille | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Syzygium aromaticum Source : Fleur | 25 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Zingiber officinale Source : Racine | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Hypromellose, Cellulose microcristalline, Stéarate de magnésium
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | Not specified | 1 Capsule | 2 days |
Uses authorised in Canada
Text supplied in English because no French text is available.
Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve digestive upset/disturbances including lack of appetite, nausea, digestive spasms, indigestion, dyspepsia and flatulent colic (carminative). Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to treat intestinal parasites (vermifuge). Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve flatulent dyspepsia and colic.
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 80063350
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.
Official warnings (Health Canada)
Health Canada publishes warnings on these ingredients:
- Gentiana lutea
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
Gentian - Gentiana Lutea
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are breastfeeding.
Contraindications
Do not use if you are pregnant (Hoffmann 2003; Morimoto et al.1983).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Do not use if you have stomach or duodenal acute inflammation or ulcer (Brinker 2010; ESCOP 2003; Bradley 1992).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Known adverse reactions
When using this product you may experience headaches (ESCOP 2003; Hoffmann 2003; Blumenthal et al. 2000).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
- Thymus vulgaris
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
THYME - THYMUS VULGARIS - Buccal
Route of administration: Buccal (Mills and Bone 2005; Blumenthal et al. 2000)
Cautions and warnings
Stop use and ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms worsen or last (for) more than 7 days.
Health Canada monograph dated 28 March 2025
THYME - THYMUS VULGARIS - Oral
Route of administration: Oral (Mills and Bone 2005; Blumenthal et al. 2000)
Cautions and warnings
Ask a healthcare practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant.
Health Canada monograph dated 26 June 2026
THYME - THYMUS VULGARIS - Topical
Route of administration: Topical (Mills and Bone 2005; Blumenthal et al. 2000)
Cautions and warnings
For external use only.
When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
Stop use and ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms worsen or last (for) more than 7 days.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, call a poison control centre or get medical help right away.
Contraindications
Do not use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns.
- Allium sativum
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
Garlic - Allium sativum
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: Relief of upper respiratory tract infections and catarrhal (nasal congestion) conditions.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Condition of application: All uses.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking blood thinners or protease inhibitors (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have diabetes (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
- Mentha x piperita
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
PEPPERMINT - MENTHA X PIPERITA
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: All products.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have gallstones or anemia (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005; Blumenthal et al. 2000).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Condition of application: Essential oil.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have hiatus hernia or gastroesophageal reflux (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005; ESCOP 2003).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Known adverse reactions
Condition of application: Essential oil.
When using this product you may experience gastroesophageal reflux (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005; ESCOP 2003).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (Mills and Bone 2005; ESCOP 2003).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
- Aloe vera
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
ALOE VERA LEAF GEL - Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: All products.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (Brinker 2010; Mills and Bone 2005; Bartram 1998).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Applies to products providing 2.4 g or more fresh leaf gel, per day.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have diabetes (Huseini et al. 2012; Pizzorno and Murray 2006).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Condition of application: Demulcent.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Health Canada monograph dated 28 March 2025
ALOE - ALOE VERA/ALOE FEROX - Oral
Cautions and warnings
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have a kidney disorder or a lazy bowel (EMA 2016; Gardner and McGuffin 2013; Brinker 2010).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking heart medications, corticosteroids, diuretics, or other health products that may contribute to electrolyte imbalance (EMA 2016; Gardner and McGuffin 2013; Brinker 2010).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Contraindications
Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (Gardner and McGuffin 2013; Brinker 2010).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Do not use if you have inflammatory bowel disease, fever or any undiagnosed gastrointestinal trouble (EMA 2016; Gardner and McGuffin 2013; Brinker 2010).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy or diarrhea occurs (EMA 2016; Brinker 2010).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Health Canada monograph dated 28 March 2025
ALOE - ALOE VERA Topical
Cautions and warnings
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (Gardner and McGuffin 2013; Brinker 2010).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
- Zingiber officinale
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
GINGER - ZINGIBER OFFICINALE
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
They concern the ingredient, not this product or its dose. They do not replace medical advice.
List in the official revision dated (register: Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks).
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