COLItab PLUS
Food supplement declared in France, decision dated 4 November 2026
COLItab PLUS (PHARMACIENS PRÉPARATEURS) is a food supplement declared in France. Status: declared in France, may be marketed. 1 rule of use applies to its ingredients (limits and warnings).
- Brand
- PHARMACIENS PRÉPARATEURS
- Food business operator placing the product on the market
- UNIFARCO SPA
- Status
- Declared in France, may be marketed: the authorities did not object to the declaration (this is neither an authorisation nor a safety assessment)
- Form
- Capsule
- Daily dose
- 2 capsules
- Directions for use
- 1 capsule avant chaque repas principal (jusqu’à 2 par jour maximum) à avaler avec de l’eau
- Intended populations
- General population, Men and women aged 18 and over
- Not recommended (according to the manufacturer)
- Breastfeeding women, Pregnant women, Prolonged use
- Objectives stated by the manufacturer (these are not authorised claims)
- Bowel regularity, Digestion
Declaration 381354, procedure Article 15. Compl'Alim, food supplement declarations (France), retrieved 15 November 2026.
Declared composition
Plants
| Plant | Part | Preparation | Per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passiflora incarnata L. | Parties aériennes fleurie | Extrait sec hydroalcoolique | 200 mg |
| Carum carvi L. | Essence (fruit) | Extrait sec aqueux | 140 mg |
| Foeniculum vulgare Mill. | Essence (fruit) | Extrait sec aqueux | 140 mg |
| Pimpinella anisum L. | Essence (fruit) | Extrait sec aqueux | 140 mg |
Other active ingredients
Micro-organisms
| Strain | Per day |
|---|---|
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus LA1 tyndalisées (LMG P-21904) | 2,000,000,000 (unit not declared) |
Additives
E170, E551, E464, E470b
Other ingredients
maltodextrine
List from the declaration, administrative decision dated (Compl'Alim, food supplement declarations (France)).
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Label warnings
Déconseillé chez les enfants de moins de 6 ans. Ne pas prendre pendant la grossesse et l’allaitement. L’usage prolongé est déconseillé (pas plus de 14 jours). Demander l’avis d’un professionnel de santé avant de prendre ce produit.
Regulatory points
- Conditions légales
Foeniculum vulgare Mill.: La portion journalière recommandée ne doit pas conduire à une ingestion d'estragole supérieure à 0,05 mg/kg de poids corporel pour les enfants de moins de 12 ans.
Source: French orders of 9 May 2006 (nutrients), 24 June 2014 (plants) and 26 September 2016 (other substances), consolidated LEGI collection, arrêté du 24 juin 2014, annexe I.
This information reproduces the manufacturer's declaration to the administration (DGAL). It does not say whether the product is effective and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist, particularly during pregnancy or when taking medication.
Official warnings (Health Canada)
Health Canada publishes warnings on these ingredients:
- Passiflora incarnata L.
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
PASSIONFLOWER -PASSIFLORA INCARNATA
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: Sleep aid.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if sleeplessness persists for more than 4 weeks (chronic insomnia) (Berardi et al. 2002: DiPiro et al. 2002).
Sources cited by Health Canada (2)
- Berardi RR, DeSimone EM, Newton GD, Oszko MA, Popovich NG, Rollins CJ, Shimp LA, Tietze KJ, editors. Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs: An Interactive Approach to Self-Care, 13th edition. Washington (DC): American Pharmaceutical Association; 2002.
- DiPiro JT, Talbert RL, Yee GC, Matzke GR, Wells BG, Posey LM. Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiological Approach, 5th edition. New York (NY): McGraw-Hill Co. Inc.; 2002
Condition of application: Restlessness/nervousness.
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 pregnant or breastfeeding (EMA 2014).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- EMA 2014. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on. London (UK): EMEA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 20 September 2016. [Accessed 2023 October 1]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/documents/herbal-summary/passion-flower-summary-public_en.pdf
When using this product avoid taking with alcohol or products that cause drowsiness (EMA 2014; Brinker 2010).
Sources cited by Health Canada (2)
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, 4th edition. Sandy (OR): Eclectic Medical Publications; 2010.
- EMA 2014. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on. London (UK): EMEA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 20 September 2016. [Accessed 2023 October 1]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/documents/herbal-summary/passion-flower-summary-public_en.pdf
When using this product exercise caution if you drive or use machinery as you may experience drowsiness (EMA 2014).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- EMA 2014. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on. London (UK): EMEA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 20 September 2016. [Accessed 2023 October 1]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/documents/herbal-summary/passion-flower-summary-public_en.pdf
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (EMA 2014).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- EMA 2014. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on. London (UK): EMEA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 20 September 2016. [Accessed 2023 October 1]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/documents/herbal-summary/passion-flower-summary-public_en.pdf
- Carum carvi L.
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
Caraway - Carum Carvi
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 (ESCOP 2003).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- ESCOP 2003: ESCOP Monographs: The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products, 2nd edition. Exeter (UK): European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy and Thieme; 2003.
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 acute abdominal pain (ESCOP 2003).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- ESCOP 2003: ESCOP Monographs: The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products, 2nd edition. Exeter (UK): European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy and Thieme; 2003.
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (Brinker 2010; ESCOP 2003).
Sources cited by Health Canada (2)
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, 4th edition. Sandy (OR): Eclectic Medical Publications; 2010.
- ESCOP 2003: ESCOP Monographs: The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products, 2nd edition. Exeter (UK): European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy and Thieme; 2003.
- Foeniculum vulgare Mill.
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
BITTER FENNEL- FOENICULUM VULGARE
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 (EMA 2024, 2007).
Sources cited by Health Canada (2)
- EMA 2024. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller subs. vulgare var. vulgare. London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 31 January 2024. [Accessed 2024 March 14]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-monograph/final-community-herbal-monograph-foeniculum-vulgare-miller-subsp-vulgare-var-vulgare-fructus_en.pdf
- EMA 2007. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller subs. vulgare var. vulgare oil. London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 5 July 2007. [Accessed 2024 March 1]. Available from: http://www.e-lactancia.org/media/papers/Fennel-DS-EMEA2007.pdf
Condition of application: Essential oil and Tincture.
Ask a health care practitioner before use if you are taking any medications including birth control pills or hormone therapy or other health products (EMA 2007).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- EMA 2007. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller subs. vulgare var. vulgare oil. London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 5 July 2007. [Accessed 2024 March 1]. Available from: http://www.e-lactancia.org/media/papers/Fennel-DS-EMEA2007.pdf
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (EMA 2024, 2007).
Sources cited by Health Canada (2)
- EMA 2024. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller subs. vulgare var. vulgare. London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 31 January 2024. [Accessed 2024 March 14]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-monograph/final-community-herbal-monograph-foeniculum-vulgare-miller-subsp-vulgare-var-vulgare-fructus_en.pdf
- EMA 2007. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller subs. vulgare var. vulgare oil. London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 5 July 2007. [Accessed 2024 March 1]. Available from: http://www.e-lactancia.org/media/papers/Fennel-DS-EMEA2007.pdf
Health Canada monograph dated 29 November 2024
SWEET FENNEL -FOENICULUM VULGARE
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 pregnant or breastfeeding (EMA 2024).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- EMA 2024. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller. subsp. vulgare var. dulce (Mill.) Batt. & Trab., Fructus London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 31 January 2024. [Accessed 2024 March 14]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-monograph/final-european-union-herbal-monograph-foeniculum-vulgare-miller-subsp-vulgare-var-dulce-mill-batt-trab-fructus-revision-1_en.pdf
Known adverse reactions
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (EMA 2024).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- EMA 2024. European Medicines Agency. Community Monograph on Foeniculum vulgare Miller. subsp. vulgare var. dulce (Mill.) Batt. & Trab., Fructus London (UK): EMA Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 31 January 2024. [Accessed 2024 March 14]. Available from: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-monograph/final-european-union-herbal-monograph-foeniculum-vulgare-miller-subsp-vulgare-var-dulce-mill-batt-trab-fructus-revision-1_en.pdf
They concern the ingredient, not this product or its dose. They do not replace medical advice.
Other declarations with the same name
In France, every company that markets a supplement declares it, so one product can have several declarations (new formula, another distributor, an older declaration withdrawn). Each line compares the declared composition with this page.
- COLItab PLUS PHARMACIENS PRÉPARATEURS, declared in 2024 : same declared composition
Brand : PHARMACIENS PRÉPARATEURS
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