Milk Thistle Liver Detox
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Licence holder
- Irwin Naturals
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80078763
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 29 June 2017
- Revision date
- Not provided
- Form
- Capsule, molle
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Non traditionnelle
If this product were sold in France
- Dose déclarée au-delà d'une limite
Vitamine C: up to 200 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (4 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 180 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Silybum marianum Source : Silybum marianum - Graine Potency : 80 % Silymarin | 75 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Beta vulgaris Source : Feuille | 20 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Vitamine C Source : Acide ascorbique | 50 milligramme | 200,000 µg |
| Piper nigrum Source : Piper nigrum - fruit Potency : 95 % Piperine | 1.25 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Curcuma longa Source : Curcuma longa - Racine Potency : 5 % Curcuminoids | 100 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Zingiber officinale Source : Zingiber officinale - Rhizome Potency : 5 % Total gingerols | 0.25 milligramme | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Lécithine, Cire d'abeille, Eau purifiée, dérivé sodium-cuivre de la chlorophylline, Glycérine, Maltodextrine, Dioxyde de titane, Dioxyde de silicium, Huile de graine de lin, Gélatine
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | Not specified | 2 Capsule | 2 days |
Uses authorised in Canada
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. An antioxidant for the maintenance of good health. Milk Thistle is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a liver protectant. Milk Thistle is used in Herbal Medicine to help support liver function. Source of antioxidants that help protect against/reduce cell damage caused by free radicals. Black Pepper is traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to improve digestion. Supports Liver Function.
A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.
Warnings in Canada
- Contre-indications
Do not use if you are taking health products that affect blood coagulation (e.g. blood thinners, clotting factor replacements, acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen, fish oils, Vitamin E) as this may increase the risk of spontaneous bleeding. Do not use if you may become pregnant, are pregnant or nursing. Do not use if you have gallstones or a bile duct obstruction.
- Effets indésirables connus
Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur with Milk Thistle; in which case, discontinue use.
- Précautions et mises en garde
Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. If you are taking any other medications or natural health products, consult a health care practitioner prior to use, as black pepper/piperine may alter their effectiveness. Do not use if safety seal is broken. Do not exceed recommended daily intake. Not intended for use by persons under 18. Keep out of reach of children. Check with your health care practitioner before using this product if you are using medication or have any medical conditions. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking medications for diabetes, high blood pressure or seizures. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have stomach ulcers or excess stomach acid.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80078763
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.
The evidence date of this ingredient list is unknown.
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