Chi Xiao Dou
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Licence holder
- Tian Foong Canada Limited
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80087678
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 8 August 2018
- Revision date
- Not provided
- Form
- Poudre
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Traditionnelle
If this product were sold in France
- Conditions légales
Vigna angularis (Willd.) Ohwi & H.Ohashi: La matière première végétale doit être bouillie ou trempée.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vigna angularis Source : Graine(s) Extract : Matériel brut sec Extraction ratio : 8:1 Dry plant equivalent : 4 g | 0.5 g | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Amidon de maïs
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | minimum: 19 years | 1 Mesures | 2 days |
Uses authorised in Canada
Text supplied in English because no French text is available.
Traditionally used in Chinese Medicine to clear heat and promote urination.
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
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use this product.
- Précautions et mises en garde
If symptoms persist or worsen, of if new symptoms develop, discontinue and consult a health care practitioner. If you are taking prescription medications, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Chi xiao dou is contraindicated for yin-deficient patients or those without dampness. Stop use and seek medical attention immediately if you experience dizziness, confusion, muscle weakness or pain, abnormal heartbeat and/or difficulty breathing (note: required due to the diuretic action of the product). Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergic reactions including pruritus, flushing, urticaria, nausea, vomiting and palpitations) has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Do not use in cases of Spleen or Kidney qi deficiency.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80087678
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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