Organism - Aloe vera

NHPID name:
Aloe vera

Reference:
GRIN

Proper name(s):
Aloe vera

Common name(s):

Category:
Approved Herbal Name
Monograph(s):
Aloe - Oral , Aloe - Topical , Aloe vera Leaf Gel - Oral , Antioxidants

Schedule 1:
Plant and plant material

Source material(s):
Aloe vera ( Parts: Whole plant )

Preparations:
Dry , Fresh


Roles

Medicinal

Rationale:

Classified as an NHP under Schedule 1, item 1 (a plant or a plant material) of the Natural Health Products Regulations.

Reference:  NNHPD
Restrictions:

Single Dose

Lower limit:
80.0

Upper limit:
120.0

Units:
Milligrams

Route Of administration:
Oral

Detail:
In stimulant laxatives, aloe vera is considered medicinal at a single dose between 80 and 120 mg for children 6 to 12, and between 120 to 250 mg for those older than 12.

Reference:
TPDLBS

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