Prenatal + DHA
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Other names
- Equate Prenatal + DHA, Equate Prenatal + DHA Multivitamin Softgels, Equate Prenatal Multivitamin + DHA, Equate Prenatal Multivitamin with DHA, Equate Prenatal with DHA
- Licence holder
- Nutricorp International
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80088880
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 23 October 2018
- Revision date
- 29 September 2020
- 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
Fer: up to 27 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (1 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 14 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 5 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (1 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.
- Dose déclarée au-delà d'une limite
Zinc: up to 20 mg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (1 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
Sélénium: up to 60 µg a day according to the dosing instructions published by Health Canada (1 unités posologiques par jour au plus, pour les adultes), above the maximum dose of 50 µg 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fer Source : Fumarate de fer (II) | 27 mg | 27,000 µg |
| Vitamine B6 Source : Chlorhydrate de pyridoxine | 5 mg | 5,000 µg |
| Zinc Source : Oxyde de zinc | 20 mg | 20,000 µg |
| Huile de poisson Source : Clupeidae - en entier Potency : 150 mg Docosahexaenoic acid | Not specified | Not calculated |
| Huile de poisson Source : Scombridae - en entier Potency : 150 mg Docosahexaenoic acid | Not specified | Not calculated |
| Huile de poisson Source : Engraulidae - en entier Potency : 150 mg Docosahexaenoic acid | Not specified | Not calculated |
| Iode Source : Iodure de potassium | 150 mcg | 150 µg |
| Sélénium Source : Sélénométhionine | 60 mcg | 60 µg |
| Cuivre Source : Produit de chélation de cuivre (II) et de protéine végétale hydrolysée (PVH) | 267 mcg | 267 µg |
| Vitamine C Source : Ascorbate de calcium | 120 mg | 120,000 µg |
| Vitamine C Source : Acide ascorbique | 120 mg | 120,000 µg |
| Molybdène Source : Molybdate de sodium (VI) | 50 mcg | 50 µg |
| Calcium Source : Carbonate de calcium | 100 mg | 100,000 µg |
| Calcium Source : Ascorbate de calcium | 100 mg | 100,000 µg |
Non-medicinal ingredients
NA, Oxyde de fer (Fe2O3), Glycérine, Gélatine, Lécithine, Cire d'abeille jaune, Oxyde de fer noir, Saveur de vanille
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes de sexe féminin | Not specified | 1 Capsule | 1 Tous les jours |
Uses authorised in Canada
Multivitamin and mineral supplement for the maintenance of good health. Folic acid 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 support normal early fetal development. Helps to support normal early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord. Helps normal growth and development. Helps to maintain eyesight, healthy skin, membranes and immune function. Helps in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth, gums and night vision. Helps in collagen formation to maintain healthy bones, cartilage, teeth and/or gums. Helps to build strong bones and teeth. Helps in connective tissue formation. Helps in wound healing. Helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus. Calcium intake, when combined with sufficient vitamin D, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. Provides support for healthy glucose metabolism. Helps to maintain normal blood glucose levels. Helps to produce and repair connective tissue. Helps in the function of the thyroid gland. Helps to maintain normal production of thyroid hormones. Helps to form red blood cells and helps in their proper function. Helps to maintain normal muscle function. Helps to maintain proper muscle function, including the heart muscle. Helps to maintain normal electrolyte balance. Source of/An electrolyte for the maintenance of good health. 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). Helps in the process of normal cell division. Helps in the process of normal regulation of cell division and specialization. Source of/An antioxidant for the maintenance of good health. 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. Source of/An antioxidant that helps protect against oxidative stress. Helps in energy production. Helps to maintain normal red blood cells. Helps in energy metabolism and in tissue formation. Helps in energy metabolism in the body. Helps to maintain normal metabolism of iron. Helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue caused by iron deficiency anemia. Helps in the normal function of the immune system. Helps to maintain immune function. Helps to maintain healthy hair, nails, mucous membranes and/or skin. Helps to maintain cognitive functions. Helps to maintain normal iron transport in the body. Helps to maintain normal DNA synthesis. Helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates, proteins and fats. 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. Helps support cognitive health and/or brain function.
A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.
Warnings in Canada
- Précautions et mises en garde
Keep out of the reach of children. There is enough drug (iron) in this package to seriously harm a child. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking blood thinners.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80088880
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 2020. Photograph the packaging to check whether it has changed. Photograph the packaging