Chitosan
8licensed products
1 monograph
Capsule, Tablet, Powder
Health Canada Monographs
1Approved Health Claims
4- Could be a complement to a healthy lifestyle that incorporates a calorie-reduced diet and regular physical activity for individuals involved in a weight management program
- Helps lower bad cholesterol
- Helps lower blood total (and LDL (low density lipoprotein)) cholesterol
- Helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels
Conditions Requiring Product Details
3These official statements are conditional. They are not presented as approved for Chitosan until the product’s ingredients, dose, or claim context proves that they apply.
Caution to verifyAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are breastfeedingCHITOSAN · Weight management
Caution to verifyAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeedingCHITOSAN · All products (except for weight management)
Caution to verifyDo not use if you are pregnantCHITOSAN · Weight management
Approved Dose Ranges
1| Population | Dose Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
Adults 18 years and older | 0.5–3 grams | per day |
Cautions & Contraindications
3adverse_reactionWhen using this product you may experience gastrointestinal discomfort/disturbances
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking blood thinnersApplies to: All products
contraindicationDo not use if you have an allergy to seafoodApplies to: All products
Alternative Names
6Chitosan(common)Poliglusam(common)Shell(common)ClamOysterPoly-beta-(1,4)-2-amino-2-deoxy-d-glucose
Common Quantities in Licensed Products
5800 mg5 licensed products
500 mg4 licensed products
250 mg1 licensed products
500 mL1 licensed products
600 mg1 licensed products
Related Ingredients
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