Liver Buddy
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Licence holder
- Botanical Products Inc.
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80081521
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 28 November 2017
- Revision date
- Not provided
- Form
- Capsule
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Non traditionnelle
If this product were sold in France
- Dose déclarée au-delà d'une limite
Vitamine B6: up to 50 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.
- À vérifier
Vitamine B6: up to 50 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada, above the limite de sécurité from EFSAEuropean Food Safety Authority. for adults (12 mg a day). Le repère de l'EFSA porte sur l'apport total d'une journée, alimentation et compléments.
limite supérieure de sécurité (UL). EFSA, Overview on Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (version 11, August 2025), 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 |
|---|---|---|
| N-Acétyl-L-cystéine Source : N-Acétyl-L-cystéine | 200 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Panax ginseng Source : Racine et rhizome | 12.5 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Riboflavine Source : Riboflavine | 6 milligramme | 12,000 µg |
| Phyllanthus emblica Source : Fruit | 30 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Niacine Source : Niacine | 20 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Vitamine B6 Source : Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate | 25 milligramme | 50,000 µg |
| Vitamine B12 Source : Méthylcobalamine | 400 microgrammes | Not calculated |
| Zinc Source : Diglycinate de zinc | 6 milligramme | 12,000 µg |
| L-Méthionine Source : N-acétyl L-méthionine | 145 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Acide DL-alpha-lipoïque Source : Acide DL-alpha-lipoÏque | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Folate Source : Folate | 600 microgrammes | Not calculated |
| Magnésium Source : Glycinate de magnésium | 40 milligramme | 80,000 µg |
| Acide L-ascorbique Source : Acide ascorbique | 175 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Silybum marianum Source : Graine(s) | 40 milligramme | Not calculated |
| 1-Carboxy-N,N,N-chlorure de triméthylméthanaminium Source : Beta vulgaris - Racine | 100 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Astragalus membranaceus Source : Racine | 12.5 milligramme | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Cellulose microcristalline, Hydroxyméthyl cellulose, Dioxyde de silicium
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | Not specified | 1 Capsule | minimum: 1 Tous les jours ; maximum: 2 Tous les jours |
Uses authorised in Canada
Methionine helps to support liver function. Helps to promote healthy glucose metabolism Vitamin B12 helps to form red blood cells. Helps to maintain normal acid-base metabolism. Vitamin C provides antioxidants. Phyllanthus is traditionally used in Ayurvedic Medicine as a digestive tonic to increase appetite and aid in digestion. Milk thistle is (Used in Herbal Medicine to) help(s) to support liver function. Milk thistle is (used in Herbal Medicine) to help relieve digestive disturbances/dyspepsia. Helps the body to metabolize fats. Helps to support immune function. Niacin helps to maintain the body's ability to metabolize nutrients. Helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates. Helps in energy metabolism. Helps to maintain normal electrolyte balance.
A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.
Warnings in Canada
- Effets indésirables connus
Some people may experience diarrhoea. Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency. If you experience sweating, paleness, chills, headache, dizziness and/or confusion, discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner. Allergic reaction has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use.
- Précautions et mises en garde
Keep out of the reach of children. If you have a kidney disease or condition, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. If you have a peptic ulcer or excess stomach acid, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. If you have diabetes, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. If you have elevated cholesterol or heart disease or rheumatoid arthritis, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Alpha-lipoic acid may decrease blood sugar levels. Taking alpha-lipoic acid may interfere with treatments for under-active or over-active thyroid.
- Contre-indications
Do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are taking antibiotics, do not use this product. If you are taking nitroglycerin, do not use this product.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80081521
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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