Therapeutic Goods (Permissible Indications) Determination (No.1) 2019 (Cth)

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Therapeutic Goods (Permissible Indications) Determination (No.1) 2019

I, Cheryl McRae, as delegate of the Minister for Health, make the following determination.

Dated 28/2/2019

Cheryl McRae

Assistant Secretary

Complementary and Over the Counter Medicines Branch

Medicines Regulation Division

Contents

1 Name    2

2 Commencement......................................................................................................................... 2

3 Authority................................................................................................................................... 2

4 Definitions................................................................................................................................. 2

5 Permissible indications and requirements applying in relation to those indications................... 3

6 Repeals...................................................................................................................................... 4

Schedule 1 - Specified permissible indications and requirements applying to these indications when used for a medicine     5

Schedule 2 – Repeals................................................................................................................ 117

1 Name

This instrument is the Therapeutic Goods (Permissible Indications) Determination (No.1) 2019.

2 Commencement

(1)  Each provision of this instrument specified in column 1 of the table commences, or is taken to have commenced, in accordance with column 2 of the table. Any other statement in column 2 has effect according to its terms.

Commencement information
Column 1 Column 2 Column 3
Provisions Commencement Date/Details
1.  The whole of this instrument The day after registration.

Note:          This table relates only to the provisions of this instrument as originally made. It will not be amended to deal with any later amendments of this instrument.

(2)  Any information in column 3 of the table is not part of this instrument. Information may be inserted in this column, or information in it may be edited, in any published version of this instrument.

3 Authority

This instrument is made under subsection 26BF(1) of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989.

4 Definitions

Note:          A number of expressions used in this instrument are defined in subsection 3(1) of the Act, including the following:

(a)   health practitioner;

(b)   health professional;

(b)    indications;

(c)    label;

(d)    medicine;

(e)    presentation;

(f)    Register;

(g)    Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code.

  In this instrument:

Act means the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989

Code Tables are tables that can be accessed from the Therapeutic Goods Administration Business Service website at under the heading “Public TGA Information”, as at the commencement of this instrument.

Dentist means a person who is registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law in the dentistry profession.

Doctor means a medical practitioner.

Evidence guidelines means the TGA document titled Evidence guidelines: Guidelines on the evidence required to support indications for listed complementary medicines, published on the TGA’s website ( as at the commencement of this instrument.

Medically diagnosed, in relation to a disease, condition, ailment or defect, is where the disease, condition, ailment or defect has been diagnosed by a suitably qualified medical practitioner.

Medical practitioner means a person who is registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law in the medical profession.

Regulations mean the Therapeutic Goods Regulations 1990.

Scientific means a scientific indication.

Scientific indication means an indication that is supported by scientific evidence, such as clinical studies or systematic reviews, as described in the Evidence guidelines.

Serious, in relation to a form of a disease, condition, ailment or defect, has the same meaning as in the Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code.

TGA means the Therapeutic Goods Administration.

Traditional means a traditional indication.

Traditional Ayurvedic medicine means a traditional Ayurvedic medicine indication.

Traditional Ayurvedic medicine (TAY) indication means a traditional indication that is based on traditional use in the Ayurvedic medicine paradigm.

Traditional Chinese medicine means a traditional Chinese medicine indication.

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) indication means a traditional indication that is based on traditional use in the traditional Chinese medicine paradigm.

Traditional indication means an indication that is supported by evidence of traditional use, as described in the Evidence guidelines.

Traditional use has the same meaning as in the Regulations.

5 Permissible indications and requirements applying in relation to those indications

Permissible indications in Tables 1 to 15

(1) The indications in column 2 of Tables 1 to 15 in Schedule 1 to this instrument are specified for the purposes of paragraph 26BF(1)(a) of the Act.

(2) The indications in column 2 of Tables 1 to 15 in Schedule 1 to this instrument when modified using the qualifying statements in the Code Tables under the headings:

(a)‘Traditional context qualifier’;

(b)‘Population qualifiers’; 

(c)‘Time of use qualifiers’; or

(d)for TCM indications, ‘TCM pattern qualifiers’;

are also specified for the purposes of paragraph 26BF(1)(a) of the Act.

Requirements for permissible indications

(3)  For the purposes of paragraph 26BF(1)(b) of the Act, the indications specified under subsections 5(1) and 5(2) are subject to the following requirements:

(a)  they may only be used for a medicine if supported by the type of evidence specified in column 3 of Tables 1 to 15 in Schedule 1; and

(b)  they must comply with the requirements set out in column 4 of Tables 1 to 15 in Schedule 1; and

(c)  where:

(i)     the wording of an indication is varied on the label of a medicine; or

(ii)   where more than one indication is used and they are combined on the label of a medicine to form simple sentences where appropriate; or

(iii) both (i) and (ii);

then:

(iv) the meaning of the indication must not be changed; and

(v)   the varied or combined indications must not infer or imply that a medicine is for the treatment of a serious disease, ailment, defect or injury; and

(vi) the varied or combined indications must not infer or imply that a medicine is for preventing or curing a disease, ailment, defect or injury;

(d)  where an indication in column 2 of Tables 1 to 15 in Schedule 1 to this instrument is modified using a qualifying statement in the Code Tables as mentioned in subsection 5(2) and where that indication, including as varied or combined with another indication, is used on the medicine’s label:

(i)     the qualifying statement must also be included on the medicine’s label; and

(ii)   the modified indication, including as varied or combined with another indication, must not infer or imply that a medicine is for the treatment of a serious disease, ailment, defect or injury

(e)  A medicine using traditional indications must also comply with the following requirements:

(i)  the traditional indication must be qualified with an appropriate “Traditional context qualifier” from the Code Tables; and

(ii) the “Traditional context qualifier” from the Code Tables must be included on the label of the medicine.

6 Repeals

Each instrument that is specified in Schedule 2 to this instrument is repealed as set out in the applicable items in that Schedule.

Schedule 1 - Specified permissible indications and requirements applying to these indications when used for a medicine

(section 5)

Table 1 – Indications relating to general health / body parts
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Aid/assist in the healing of minor body tissue injuries Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
2 Aid/assist nail growth Scientific or Traditional
3 Aid/assist/help/maintain healthy hair follicles Scientific or Traditional
4 Aid/assist/helps connective tissue production/formation Scientific
5 Aids/assists abdominal fat loss Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
6 Aids/assists body waste elimination Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
7 Aids/assists body's natural channels of elimination Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
8 Aids/assists excretion of metabolic waste products Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
9 Aids/assists eye adaption to variations in light intensity/night vision Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
10 Aids/assists gum development Scientific
11 Aids/assists gum healing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
12 Aids/assists head lice and egg removal Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to killing/eradicating/destroying lice, nits or eggs.
13 Aids/assists natural body cleansing/detoxification processes Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
14 Aids/assists natural cleansing/detoxification processes of the gastrointestinal system/gut Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
15 Aids/assists natural kidney cleansing/detoxification processes Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
16 Aids/assists teeth development Scientific
17 Aids/assists with recovery from illness/convalescence Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
18 Alterative/blood cleanser/depurative/purifier Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
19 Analgesic/Anodyne/relieve pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
20 Anti-inflammatory/relieve inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
21 Antioxidant/Reduce free radicals formed in the body Scientific
22 Antipyretic/febrifuge/relieve mild fever/reduce body temperature/body cooling Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Not to be used in children under 5 years.
23 Astringent/tightens tissues Traditional
24 Body tonic Traditional
25 Decrease/reduce bacteria in the mouth Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
26 Decrease/reduce ear irritation/inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
27 Decrease/reduce ear wax Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
28 Decrease/reduce hair loss/thinning Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious conditions associated with alopecia e.g. autoimmune disease, chemotherapy.
29 Decrease/reduce halitosis/bad breath Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
30 Decrease/reduce nail brittleness/splitting/chipping Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
31 Decrease/reduce/relieve cracks in the corner of the mouth Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to recurrent or persistent mouth lesions.
32 Decrease/reduce/relieve excessive perspiration/sweating Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
33 Decrease/reduce/relieve eye strain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
34 Decrease/reduce/relieve gum soreness/pain/discomfort Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
35 Decrease/reduce/relieve itchiness associated with head lice infestation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to killing/eradicating/destroying lice, nits or eggs.
36 Decrease/reduce/relieve mouth/oral mucosa mild inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
37 Decrease/reduce/relieve spontaneous sweating Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
38 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of  mild mouth ulcers Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to recurrent or persistent mouth lesions.

Product presentation must only refer to mild mouth ulcers.
39 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of dehydration Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
40 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of jet lag Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
41 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild temporomandibular joint dysfunction diagnosed by a doctor or dentist Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.

Product presentation must only refer to mild temporomandibular joint dysfunction that is diagnosed by a doctor or dentist.
42 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of soft tissue trauma Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
43 Decrease/reduce/relieve teething/tooth pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
44 Decrease/reduce/relieve tooth/teeth sensitivity Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
45 Decrease/reduce/relieve toothache Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
46 Decrease/reduce/relieve visual fatigue Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
47 Decrease/reduce/relieve watery eyes/excessive lacrimation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
48 Decrease/reduce/relieves bleeding gums Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
49 Demulcent/soothe irritated tissues Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
50 Enhance/improve/promote/increase hair growth Scientific or Traditional
51 Enhance/improve/promote/increase hair health Scientific or Traditional
52 Enhance/improve/promote/increase hair strength/thickness Scientific or Traditional
53 Enhance/improve/promote/increase nail health/strength/thickness Scientific or Traditional
54 Enhance/promote energy levels Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
55 Enhance/promote weight gain Scientific
56 Enhance/promote/physical endurance/capacity/stamina Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
57 Help maintain weight after weight loss Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
58 Helps convert (state food) into energy Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
59 Helps decrease/reduce body weight Scientific Label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
60 Helps decrease/reduce build-up of dental plaque Scientific or Traditional
61 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve cartilage loss/wear/tear/damage Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to any form of arthritis or osteoarthritis unless qualified as mild.
62 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve cold sensations in the lower back Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
63 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve heat sensations in the extremities Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
64 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of nail mild fungal infection Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
65 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase healthy body fat/muscle composition Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
66 Helps enhance/promote body energy reserves Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
67 Helps enhance/promote body tissue repair/regeneration Scientific or Traditional
68 Helps enhance/promote calorie burning Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
69 Helps enhance/promote collagen formation Scientific
70 Helps enhance/promote connective tissue health Scientific or Traditional
71 Helps enhance/promote general health and wellbeing Scientific or Traditional
72 Helps enhance/promote gum health Scientific or Traditional
73 Helps enhance/promote healthy growth and development Scientific or Traditional
74 Helps enhance/promote healthy teeth enamel Scientific
75 Helps enhance/promote heat/energy production/thermogenesis Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
76 Helps enhance/promote teeth health Scientific or Traditional
77 Helps enhance/promote teeth strength Scientific or Traditional
78 Helps enhance/promote/increase body fat loss Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
79 Helps enhance/promote/increase lean body mass Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
80 Helps enhance/promote/increase vitality Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
81 Helps enhance/promote/increase weight loss Scientific Label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
82 Helps improve/promote body metabolism/metabolic rate Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
83 Helps in the maintenance of a healthy body weight Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
84 Helps in the maintenance of lean body mass Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
85 Helps maintain/support body's natural channels of elimination Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
86 Helps maintain/support eye macula health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
87 Helps maintain/support eye retina health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
88 Helps maintain/support healthy acid/alkali balance in the body. Scientific
89 Helps maintain/support healthy Body Mass Index (BMI) Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
90 Helps maintain/support healthy eye development Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
91 Helps maintain/support healthy vision development Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to neurological conditions or developmental delays.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
92 Helps maintain/support hearing development Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to neurological conditions or developmental delays.
93 Helps prevent tooth decay/dental carries/cavities in conjunction with good oral hygiene Scientific or Traditional
94 Helps reduce occurrence of mouth ulcers Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
95 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of jet lag Scientific or Traditional
96 Helps reduce occurrence of teething/tooth pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
97 Helps reduce/decrease free radical damage to body cells Scientific
98 Helps relieve excessive lacrimation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
99 Helps restore body electrolyte balance Scientific
100 Helps temporarily relieve light sensitivity Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
101 Longevity tonic Traditional
102 Maintain/support abdominal fat loss Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
103 Maintain/support body electrolyte balance Scientific
104 Maintain/support body metabolism/metabolic rate Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
105 Maintain/support body mucous membrane health Scientific or Traditional
106 Maintain/support body tissue repair/regeneration Scientific or Traditional
107 Maintain/support body waste elimination Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
108 Maintain/support calorie burning Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
109 Maintain/support collagen formation Scientific
110 Maintain/support collagen health Scientific
111 Maintain/support connective tissue health Scientific or Traditional
112 Maintain/support dental/periodontal health Scientific or Traditional
113 Maintain/support ear health Scientific or Traditional
114 Maintain/support energy levels Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
115 Maintain/support energy production Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
116 Maintain/support eye health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
117 Maintain/support general health and wellbeing Scientific or Traditional
118 Maintain/support gum health Scientific or Traditional
119 Maintain/support hair growth Scientific or Traditional
120 Maintain/support hair health Scientific or Traditional
121 Maintain/support hair strength/thickness Scientific or Traditional
122 Maintain/support healthy body fat/muscle composition Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
123 Maintain/support healthy body organ functions Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
124 Maintain/support healthy body tissues Scientific or Traditional
125 Maintain/support healthy ear function Scientific or Traditional
126 Maintain/support healthy eye function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
127 Maintain/support healthy eyesight/vision Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to vision correction, faults or serious eye disease e.g. macular degeneration.
128 Maintain/support healthy growth and development Scientific or Traditional
129 Maintain/support healthy hearing Scientific or Traditional
130 Maintain/support healthy mouth flora Scientific or Traditional
131 Maintain/support healthy teeth Scientific or Traditional
132 Maintain/support heat/energy production/thermogenesis Scientific If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
133 Maintain/support nail health/strength/thickness Scientific or Traditional
134 Maintain/support natural body cleansing/detoxification processes Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
135 Maintain/support natural cleansing/detoxification processes of the body's five organs of elimination Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
136 Maintain/support natural cleansing/detoxification processes of the gastrointestinal system/gut Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
137 Maintain/support natural kidney cleansing/detoxification processes Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
138 Maintain/support natural liver cleansing/detoxification processes Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
139 Maintain/support oral health Scientific or Traditional
140 Maintain/support oral mucous membrane health Scientific or Traditional
141 Maintain/support physical endurance/capacity/stamina Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
142 Maintain/support scalp health Scientific or Traditional
143 Maintain/support spleen health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
144 Maintain/support teeth enamel health Scientific or Traditional
145 Maintain/support teeth mineralisation Scientific
146 Maintain/support teeth strength Scientific or Traditional
147 Maintain/support vitality Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
148 Maintain/support waste elimination via the mucous membranes Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
149 Maintain/support waste elimination via the skin Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.
150 Nourish the body Scientific or Traditional
151 Nutritive tonic Traditional
152 Reduce risk of head lice attaching to hair Scientific or Traditional
153 Regulate body water/fluid Scientific or Traditional
154 Rejuvenating tonic Traditional
155 Relieve clammy/sweaty palms and soles Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
156 Relieve dry eyes Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
157 Relieve dry mouth Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
158 Relieve eye discomfort Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
159 Relieve eye redness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
160 Relieve eye soreness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
161 Relieve feelings of general malaise/general debility Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
162 Relieve itchy ears Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
163 Relieve itchy eyes Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
164 Relieve mild tissue oedema Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
165 Relieve sore tongue Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
166 Relieve tongue dryness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
167 Relieve weariness/tiredness/fatigue/feeling of weakness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to imply chronic fatigue syndrome.
168 Restorative tonic Traditional
169 Restore body fluid balance Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild fluid retention.
170 Soften ear wax Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
171 Soothe/relieve mouth/oral irritation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
172 Sudorific/diaphoretic/enhance/promote sweating/perspiration Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
173 Temporarily relieve mild fluid retention Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If fluid retention persists, seek medical advice (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not imply or refer to cardiovascular or renal conditions.

Product presentation must only refer to mild fluid retention.
174 Trophorestorative/restore organ health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
Table 2 – Indications relating to bone
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 A diet deficient in calcium can lead to osteoporosis in later life. Calcium may help prevent osteoporosis when dietary intake is inadequate Scientific Indication can only be used for medicines that contain calcium as an active ingredient and the recommended daily dose of the medicine must provide at least 290 milligrams of elemental calcium.

Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
2 Aids/assists healthy bone development/growth/building Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
3 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild joint aches and pains Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild joint symptoms.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
4 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild joint inflammation/swelling Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must only refer to mild joint symptoms.
5 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild joint pain/soreness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must only refer to mild joint symptoms.
6 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild joint stiffness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must only refer to mild joint symptoms.
7 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild rheumatic aches and pains Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild rheumatic aches/pains.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
8 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild arthritis/mild osteoarthritis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild joint symptoms.
9 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of occasional episodes of gout Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, worsen or episodes become more frequent talk to your medical practitioner.
10 Help maintain/support bone mineralisation Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
11 Helps enhance/improve/promote joint mobility Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to any form of arthritis or osteoarthritis unless qualified as mild.
12 Helps enhance/promote bone healing/repair Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
13 Helps enhance/promote bone health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
14 Helps enhance/promote bone mass/density Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
15 Helps enhance/promote bone mineralisation Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
16 Helps enhance/promote bone strength Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
17 Helps enhance/promote healthy joint function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
18 Helps enhance/promote joint health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
19 Helps enhance/promote/increase metabolism of (state mineral) in bones Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
20 Helps maintain/supports health joint cartilage growth/development/production Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to any form of arthritis or osteoarthritis unless qualified as mild.
21 Helps reduce the occasional occurrence of symptoms of gout Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, worsen or episodes become more frequent talk to your medical practitioner.
22 Maintain/support (state mineral) absorption in bones Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
23 Maintain/support bone healing/repair Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
24 Maintain/support bone health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
25 Maintain/support bone mass/density/integrity Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
26 Maintain/support bone strength Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
27 Maintain/support joint cartilage health. Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to any form of arthritis or osteoarthritis unless qualified as mild.
28 Maintain/support joint health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
29 Maintain/support joint mobility/flexibility Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to bone disease or disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, debilitating osteoarthritis, osteoporosis.
30 Supports bone flexibility. Scientific or Traditional
31 Vitamin D helps calcium absorption (or words of like intent) and a diet deficient in calcium can lead to osteoporosis in later life Scientific Indication only for use for medicines that contain vitamin D as an active ingredient. The medicines may only contain a maximum recommended daily dose of 25 micrograms or less of vitamin D and as a minimum, also contain at least 25% of the RDI in the  recommended daily dose of vitamin D.

Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
Table 3 – Indications relating to the cardiovascular system
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Type of evidence

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Other requirements

1 Aid/assist healthy red blood cell production Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
2 Aid/assist/helps in the maintenance of blood levels of oxygen Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.
3 Aid/assist/helps oxygen transport to body tissues Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.
4 Blood tonic/Enhance blood health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
5 Cardiotonic/strengthen heart Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
6 Decrease/reduce appearance of mild varicose veins Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild varicose veins.
7 Decrease/reduce/relieve aching/tired legs/leg heaviness associated with mild varicose veins Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild varicose veins.
8 Decrease/reduce/relieve discomfort associated with haemorrhoids Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
9 Decrease/reduce/relieve itching associated with haemorrhoids Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
10 Decrease/reduce/relieve itchy legs associated with mild varicose veins Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild varicose veins.
11 Decrease/reduce/relieve leg swelling associated mild varicose veins Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild varicose veins.
12 Decrease/reduce/relieve minor bleeding associated with haemorrhoids Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
13 Decrease/reduce/relieve pain associated with mild varicose veins Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild varicose veins.
14 Decrease/reduce/relieve swelling associated with haemorrhoids Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
15 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of  haemorrhoids Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
16 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild varicose veins Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild varicose veins.
17 Helps decrease/reduce occurrence of nose bleeds Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
18 Helps enhance/improve/promote blood circulation to the peripheral areas of the body (legs, hands and feet) Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
19 Helps enhance/promote artery health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.
20 Helps enhance/promote blood capillary health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
21 Helps enhance/promote blood vessel health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.
22 Helps enhance/promote healthy blood circulation Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
23 Helps enhance/promote red blood cell health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
24 Helps in the maintenance of healthy blood lipids/blood fats Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering blood lipids, blood fats and triglycerides.
25 Helps maintain/support haemoglobin formation/synthesis Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
26 Helps maintain/support healthy blood sugar/glucose Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering or raising blood sugar/glucose levels from outside of the normal healthy range.
27 Helps maintain/support healthy cholesterol Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering or raising blood cholesterol levels from outside of the normal healthy range
28 Helps maintain/support healthy heart function Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
29 Helps maintain/support transport of oxygen in the body Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.
30 Helps maintain/support vasodilator/ blood vessel dilation Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.
31 Helps reduce intestinal absorption of cholesterol from dietary sources Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering or raising blood cholesterol levels from outside of the normal healthy range
32 Helps reduce occurrence of haemorrhoids Scientific or Traditional
33 Helps reduce/decrease/relieve mild nose bleeds Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild nose bleed.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
34 Maintain/support artery health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.
35 Maintain/support blood capillary health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.
36 Maintain/support blood circulation/flow to the peripheral areas of the body (legs, hands and feet) Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
37 Maintain/support blood health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
38 Maintain/support blood vessel health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.
39 Maintain/support cardiovascular system health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
40 Maintain/support healthy blood capillary health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
41 Maintain/support healthy blood circulation Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
42 Maintain/support healthy cardiovascular system function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
43 Maintain/support healthy lymphatic system Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
44 Maintain/support heart health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
45 Maintain/support red blood cell health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
46 Nourish the heart Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
47 Relieve cold hands and feet/limbs Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
48 Rubefaciant/stimulate blood flow to skin Scientific or Traditional
Table 4 – Indications relating to the endocrine system
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Type of evidence

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Other requirements

1 Aid/assist thyroid hormone production Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to any thyroid related diseases.
2 Maintain/support adrenal gland health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to any adrenal related diseases.
3 Maintain/support healthy adrenal gland function Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to any adrenal related diseases.
4 Maintain/support healthy pancreatic function Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to any pancreas related diseases.
5 Maintain/support healthy thyroid gland function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to any thyroid related diseases.
6 Maintain/support healthy thyroid hormones Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to any thyroid related diseases.
7 Maintain/support thyroid gland health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to any thyroid related diseases.
8 Thyroid tonic Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to any thyroid related diseases.
Table 5 – Indications relating to the gastrointestinal system
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Column 2

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Column 3

Type of evidence

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Other requirements

1 Aid/assist digestion of glucose/sugar/carbohydrates Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering or raising blood sugar/glucose levels from outside of the normal healthy range.
2 Aid/assist digestion of lactose Scientific or Traditional
3 Aid/assist digestion/breakdown of dietary fat Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
4 Aid/assist expulsion of intestinal gas Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
5 Aid/assist fat distribution and assimilation in the digestive system Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering blood lipids, blood fats and triglycerides.
6 Aid/assist fat emulsification in the digestive system Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering blood lipids, blood fats and triglycerides.
7 Aid/assist healthy liver regeneration Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
8 Aid/assist/helps digestion of (state nutrient) Scientific
9 Aid/assist/helps digestion of fats/fatty acids/triglycerides/lipid Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering blood lipids, blood fats and triglycerides.
10 Aid/assist/helps elimination of dietary fat Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
11 Aid/assist/helps in the management of carbohydrate cravings Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
12 Aid/assist/helps in the management of food cravings Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
13 Aid/assist/helps in the management of sugar cravings Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
14 Aids/assists repair of gastrointestinal/gut wall lining Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
15 Antacid/reduces stomach acid Scientific Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
16 Antiemetic/Decrease/reduce/relieve vomiting Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
17 Aperient/laxative Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
18 Bitter tonic/stimulate gastric secretions Traditional
19 Bowel Tonic Traditional
20 Cholagogue/promote bile flow from gall bladder Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
21 Decrease/reduce carbohydrate cravings Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to eating disorders.

If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
22 Decrease/reduce food stagnation associated with poor or sluggish digestion Scientific or Traditional
23 Decrease/reduce loose stools Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years (or words to that effect).
24 Decrease/reduce sweet taste recognition on the tongue Scientific or Traditional
25 Decrease/reduce/relieve abdominal bloating/distention Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
26 Decrease/reduce/relieve abdominal cramping Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
27 Decrease/reduce/relieve abdominal feeling of fullness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
28 Decrease/reduce/relieve abdominal griping pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
29 Decrease/reduce/relieve abdominal pain/discomfort Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
30 Decrease/reduce/relieve abdominal spasm Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
31 Decrease/reduce/relieve bowel discomfort Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
32 Decrease/reduce/relieve colic (wind/gas pain) Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
33 Decrease/reduce/relieve constipation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
34 Decrease/reduce/relieve diarrhoea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years (or words to that effect).
35 Decrease/reduce/relieve digestive spasms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
36 Decrease/reduce/relieve excess intestinal gas Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
37 Decrease/reduce/relieve flatulence/carminative Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
38 Decrease/reduce/relieve gastrointestinal pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
39 Decrease/reduce/relieve hiccups Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
40 Decrease/reduce/relieve loss of appetite Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to eating disorders.
41 Decrease/reduce/relieve nausea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
42 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms associated with occasional overindulgence Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not encourage excessive or harmful consumption of alcohol or other toxic substances.
43 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of heartburn Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
44 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of indigestion/dyspepsia Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
45 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of lactose intolerance Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
46 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of motion/travel/sea sickness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
47 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of nervous indigestion Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
48 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of stomach upsets Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
49 Digestive tonic/Improve digestive weakness Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
50 Enhance the assimilation/transportation of nutrients Scientific or Traditional
51 Enhance/ promote stomach health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
52 Enhance/improve/promote/increase bowel regularity Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
53 Enhance/improve/promote/increase bowel waste elimination Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
54 Enhance/promote healthy digestion Scientific or Traditional
55 Help reduce occurrence of symptoms of medically diagnosed Irritable Bowel Syndrome Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, worsen or episodes become more frequent talk to your medical practitioner.

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed IBS.
56 Help restore good/beneficial/friendly gut flora after antibiotic use Scientific
57 Helps balance brain-gut interaction Traditional
58 Helps decrease/reduce dietary fat absorption in digestive system Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for weight loss, label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
59 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve brain-gut interaction Traditional
60 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve mild gastrointestinal tract inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
61 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of infant colic Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.
62 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild gastritis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.

Product presentation must only refer to mild gastritis.
63 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of occasional hangovers Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not encourage excessive or harmful consumption of alcohol or other toxic substances.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
64 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of traveller's diarrhoea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years (or words to that effect).
65 Helps delay stomach (gastric) emptying Scientific or Traditional
66 Helps enhance/improve/promote taste sensation Scientific or Traditional
67 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase bile secretion/flow Scientific or Traditional
68 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase healthy digestive system flora/good bacteria growth Scientific or Traditional
69 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase intestinal good/beneficial/friendly bacteria growth Scientific
70 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase intestinal transit time Scientific or Traditional
71 Helps enhance/promote gallbladder health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
72 Helps enhance/promote gastrointestinal system health Scientific or Traditional
73 Helps enhance/promote gastrointestinal system mucosa health Scientific or Traditional
74 Helps enhance/promote healthy colon function Scientific or Traditional
75 Helps enhance/promote healthy digestive system function Scientific or Traditional
76 Helps enhance/promote healthy gallbladder function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
77 Helps enhance/promote healthy liver function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
78 Helps enhance/promote healthy small intestine function Scientific or Traditional
79 Helps maintain/support bile secretion/flow Scientific or Traditional
80 Helps reduce occurrence of abdominal bloating Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
81 Helps reduce occurrence of abdominal spasm Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
82 Helps reduce occurrence of constipation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
83 Helps reduce occurrence of diarrhoea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years (or words to that effect).
84 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of indigestion/dyspepsia Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to gastro oesophageal reflux disease.
85 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of motion/travel/sea sickness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
86 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of traveller's diarrhoea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years (or words to that effect).
87 Helps regulate appetite Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to eating disorders.
88 Helps restore  good/beneficial/friendly intestinal/gut/bowel flora Scientific or Traditional
89 Helps stimulate/increase digestive enzymes Scientific
90 Hepatoprotectant/protect the liver Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

Product presentation must not encourage excessive or harmful consumption of alcohol or other toxic substances.
91 Increase bowel movements by increasing stool bulk Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
92 Liver tonic/Enhance liver health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
93 Maintain/support bile production Scientific or Traditional
94 Maintain/support bowel regularity Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
95 Maintain/support bowel regularity by increasing stool bulk Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
96 Maintain/support digestion/assimilation of nutrients Scientific or Traditional
97 Maintain/support digestive system health Scientific or Traditional
98 Maintain/support gallbladder function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
99 Maintain/support gallbladder health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
100 Maintain/support gastrointestinal mucosal membrane health Scientific or Traditional
101 Maintain/support gastrointestinal system health Scientific or Traditional
102 Maintain/support good/beneficial/friendly bacteria adherence to intestinal mucosa. Scientific
103 Maintain/support good/beneficial/friendly gut flora during antibiotic use Scientific
104 Maintain/support healthy appetite Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to eating disorders.
105 Maintain/support healthy bowel/colon function Scientific or Traditional
106 Maintain/support healthy digestion Scientific or Traditional
107 Maintain/support healthy digestive system function Scientific or Traditional
108 Maintain/support healthy gastrointestinal function Scientific or Traditional
109 Maintain/support healthy liver function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
110 Maintain/support healthy liver regeneration Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
111 Maintain/support healthy mucous linings of the digestive system Scientific or Traditional
112 Maintain/support healthy small intestine function Scientific or Traditional
113 Maintain/support intestinal good/beneficial/friendly flora Scientific
114 Maintain/support intestinal health Scientific or Traditional
115 Maintain/support intestinal transit time Scientific or Traditional
116 Maintain/support liver health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
117 Maintain/support small intestine  health Scientific or Traditional
118 Maintain/support small intestine good/beneficial/friendly  flora Scientific
119 Maintain/support smell sensation Scientific or Traditional
120 Maintain/support stomach function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
121 Maintain/support stomach health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
122 Maintain/support taste sensation Scientific or Traditional
123 Nourish  good/beneficial/friendly intestinal flora Scientific
124 Orexigenic/improve/promote healthy appetite Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to eating disorders.
125 Promote bile flow from liver/chloretic Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
126 Promote/enhance feeling of satiety Scientific or Traditional
127 Promote/increase bowel evacuation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
128 Reduce occurrence of excess intestinal wind/gas Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
129 Reduce occurrence of nausea/vomiting Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
130 Reduce/decrease/supress hunger/appetite Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to eating disorders.
131 Relief of symptoms of medically diagnosed Irritable Bowel Syndrome Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.
132 Relieve digestive discomfort Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
133 Relieve dry stools Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).
134 Relieve excessive belching Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
135 Sialagogue/promote saliva production Traditional
136 Softens stool to ease bowel motions Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).
137 Soothe gastro-intestinal tract mucous membranes Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
138 Stimulant laxative Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
139 Stimulates/increases digestive gastric hydrochloric acid secretion Scientific or Traditional
140 Tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish liver Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
141 Vermifuge/helps remove intestinal threadworms/pinworms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to other worms e.g.  roundworm, tapeworm, hookworm.
Table 6 – Indications relating to the immune system
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Decrease/reduce/relieve post nasal drip Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
2 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
3 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of hayfever Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
4 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of skin hives Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
5 Enhance/improve/promote immune defence/immunity Scientific or Traditional
6 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve facial tenderness associated with allergic rhinitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
7 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of food intolerance Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
8 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild allergies Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
9 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
10 Helps enhance/improve/promote immune system function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious immunological diseases.
11 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of food intolerance Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
12 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of mild allergies Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
13 Helps stimulate a healthy immune system response Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious immunological diseases.
14 Maintain/support healthy gastrointestinal immune function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious immunological diseases.
15 Maintain/support healthy immune system function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious immunological diseases.
16 Maintain/support immune system health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious immunological diseases.
17 Maintain/support immune system to fight illness Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious immunological diseases.
18 Soothes/relieves swelling/welts associated with hives Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious allergic conditions such as anaphylaxis.
Table 7 – Indications relating to muscles
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Aid/assist muscle development Scientific or Traditional
2 Aid/assist muscle growth Scientific or Traditional
3 Aid/assist/helps in the healing of minor muscle injuries Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
4 Aid/assist/helps in the management of muscle sprain/strain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
5 Aid/assist/helps post exercise recovery Scientific or Traditional
6 Antispasmodic/spasmolytic Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.
7 Decrease/reduce/relieve muscle cramps Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.
8 Decrease/reduce/relieve muscle pain/ache/soreness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
9 Decrease/reduce/relieve muscle tension/stiffness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
10 Decrease/reduce/relieve muscle tiredness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
11 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild tennis elbow Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild tennis elbow.
12 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of muscle injury/ailments Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
13 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of whiplash Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
14 Enhance/improve/promote/increase muscle relaxation Scientific or Traditional
15 Helps decrease/reduce protein breakdown in the muscles Scientific
16 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve leg cramps Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
17 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve mild muscle spasms/twitches Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
18 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of medically diagnosed fibromyalgia/fibrositis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed fibromyalgia/fibrositis.
19 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild medically diagnosed tenosynovitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed tenosynovitis.
20 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of muscle sprain/strain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
21 Helps enhance/improve muscle recovery time Scientific or Traditional
22 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase healthy muscle tone Scientific or Traditional
23 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase muscle fuel burning efficiency Scientific or Traditional
24 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase muscle performance/endurance/stamina Scientific or Traditional
25 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase muscle strength Scientific or Traditional
26 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase muscle strength to improve balance/stability Scientific or Traditional
27 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase physical/exercise performance Scientific or Traditional
28 Helps enhance/promote healthy muscle function Scientific or Traditional
29 Helps enhance/promote healthy muscle mass Scientific or Traditional
30 Helps reduce occurrence of muscle cramp Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
31 Helps reduce occurrence of muscle tension/stiffness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
32 Maintain/support healthy ligaments Scientific or Traditional
33 Maintain/support healthy muscle contraction function Scientific or Traditional
34 Maintain/support healthy neuromuscular system/function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.
35 Maintain/support muscle fuel burning efficiency Scientific or Traditional
36 Maintain/support muscle function Scientific or Traditional
37 Maintain/support muscle health Scientific or Traditional
38 Maintain/support muscle mass Scientific or Traditional
39 Maintain/support muscle performance/endurance/stamina Scientific or Traditional
40 Maintain/support muscle protein stores Scientific
41 Maintain/support muscle relaxation Scientific or Traditional
42 Maintain/support muscle strength Scientific or Traditional
43 Maintain/support muscle strength to reduce strain on joints Scientific or Traditional
44 Maintain/support muscle tone Scientific or Traditional
45 Maintain/support tendon health Scientific or Traditional
46 Reduce/decrease mild muscle inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Table 8 – Indications relating to the nervous system
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Adaptogen/Help body adapt to stress Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
2 Aid/assist/helps mind relaxation Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
3 Aid/assist/helps synthesis of neurotransmitters Scientific
4 Aids/assists the body to cope with environmental stress Scientific or Traditional
5 Brain tonic/Enhance brain health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
6 Calmative/nervous system relaxant Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
7 Calms the mind Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
8 Decrease/reduce duration of mild migraine Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild migraine.
9 Decrease/reduce headache duration Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
10 Decrease/reduce mental/cognitive fatigue Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
11 Decrease/reduce time to fall asleep Scientific or Traditional
12 Decrease/reduce/relieve disturbed/restless sleep Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
13 Decrease/reduce/relieve headache symptoms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
14 Decrease/reduce/relieve hot flushes associated with mild anxiety Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

Product presentation must only refer to mild anxiety.
15 Decrease/reduce/relieve mental overactivity Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
16 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild dizziness/vertigo Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild vertigo.
17 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild migraine symptoms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild migraine.
18 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild nerve pain/neuralgia Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild nerve pain/neuralgia.
19 Decrease/reduce/relieve nervous tension/unrest Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
20 Decrease/reduce/relieve restlessness/excess nervous energy Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
21 Decrease/reduce/relieve sleeplessness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
22 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild anxiety Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

Product presentation must only refer to mild anxiety.
23 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild sciatica Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild sciatica.
24 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of stress Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
25 Enhance/improve/promote learning ability/function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
26 Enhance/improve/promote/increase body relaxation Scientific or Traditional
27 Enhance/improve/promote/increase cognitive performance Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
28 Enhance/improve/promote/increase memory/recall Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
29 Enhance/improve/promote/increase mental alertness/wakefulness Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
30 Enhance/improve/promote/increase mental endurance/stamina Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
31 Enhance/improve/promote/increase mind relaxation Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
32 Enhance/improve/promote/increase short term memory Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
33 Enhance/improve/promote/increase sleep quality/deep sleep Scientific or Traditional
34 Enhance/promote body adaptation to stress Scientific or Traditional
35 Enhance/promote/increase healthy sleep patterns Scientific or Traditional
36 Enhance/promote/increase refreshing sleep Scientific or Traditional
37 Help establish/restore/reset  sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm) Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
38 Help maintain/support emotional wellbeing Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
39 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve frequent need to urinate associated with mild anxiety Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

Product presentation must only refer to mild anxiety.
40 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild tension headache Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
41 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of sensitivity to light/sound associated with mild migraine Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild migraine.
42 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase attention span Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
43 Helps enhance/promote healthy nerve conduction/transmission/neurotransmission Scientific
44 Helps maintain/support development of hand eye coordination Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to neurological conditions or developmental delays.
45 Helps reduce occurrence of irritability Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
46 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of headaches Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
47 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of mild anxiety Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

Product presentation must only refer to mild anxiety.
48 Maintain/support brain function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
49 Maintain/support brain health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
50 Maintain/support brain/central nervous system development Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to neurological conditions or developmental delays.
51 Maintain/support cognitive development Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to neurological conditions or developmental delays.
52 Maintain/support cognitive function/mental function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
53 Maintain/support general mental wellbeing Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
54 Maintain/support healthy sleeping patterns Scientific or Traditional
55 Maintain/support learning and information processing Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
56 Maintain/support memory/mental recall Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
57 Maintain/support mental concentration/focus/clarity Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
58 Maintain/support mental endurance/stamina Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
59 Maintain/support nerve conduction Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
60 Maintain/support nervous system function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
61 Maintain/support nervous system health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
62 Maintain/support neuroendocrine function Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
63 Maintain/support neuromuscular function Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
64 Nerve stimulant/enhance nerve function Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
65 Nerve tonic Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
66 Nervine/support nervous system. Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
67 Nourish the brain Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
68 Nourish the nervous system Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
69 Relieve facial pallor associated with mild migraines Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild migraine.
70 Relieve irritability Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
71 Soothe/calm nerves Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
72 Soporific/induces sleep Traditional
73 Support healthy body stress recovery. Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
74 Support healthy emotional/mood balance Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
75 Support healthy stress response in the body Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
Table 9 – Indications relating to nutrition
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Aid/assist/helps glucose/sugar/carbohydrate metabolism Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to lowering or raising blood sugar/glucose levels from outside of the normal healthy range.
2 Aid/assist/helps metabolism of (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) Scientific If product is indicated for supplementation, Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
3 Aid/assist/helps protein synthesis in the body Scientific
4 Aid/assist/helps synthesis of (insert vitamin) in the body Scientific Label statement: Vitamins can only be of assistance if the dietary vitamin intake is inadequate OR Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
5 Enhance/improve/promote/increase (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) levels in the body Scientific If product is indicated for supplementation, Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
6 Enhance/improve/promote/increase nutrient uptake Scientific or Traditional
7 Helps decrease/reduce homocysteine levels Scientific
8 Helps enhance/promote/increase absorption of dietary (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) Scientific Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
9 Helps enhance/promote/increase body utilisation of (state mineral/vitamin/nutrient) Scientific Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
10 Helps maintain/support cellular uptake of (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) Scientific If product is indicated for supplementation, Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
11 Helps prevent dietary (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) deficiency Scientific Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
12 Maintain/support (state vitamin/mineral) within normal range Scientific Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
13 Maintain/support (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) levels in the body Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for supplementation, Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
14 Maintain/support absorption of dietary (state vitamin/mineral/nutrient) Scientific Label statement: Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate OR Vitamin and/or mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
Table 10 – Indications relating to the reproductive system
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Aid/assist prepare uterus for childbirth Traditional Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
2 Aphrodisiac/Enhance/improve/promote healthy libido Scientific or Traditional
3 Decrease/reduce feelings of aggression/irritability associated with pre-menstrual tension Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
4 Decrease/reduce heavy menstruation/periods Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
5 Decrease/reduce/relieve aggression/irritability associated with menopause Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
6 Decrease/reduce/relieve breast pain/tenderness associated with pre-menstrual tension Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
7 Decrease/reduce/relieve excessive breast milk flow Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
8 Decrease/reduce/relieve hot flushes associated with menopause Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
9 Decrease/reduce/relieve menstrual cycle irregularity/irregular periods Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
10 Decrease/reduce/relieve menstrual spasms/cramps Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
11 Decrease/reduce/relieve menstruation pain/dysmenorrhoea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
12 Decrease/reduce/relieve mood changes/mood swings associated with pre-menstrual tension Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
13 Decrease/reduce/relieve moodiness/mood swings associated with menopause Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
14 Decrease/reduce/relieve morning sickness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
15 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of menopause Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
16 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of menstruation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
17 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of premenstrual tension Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
18 Decrease/reduce/relieve vaginal discomfort Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
19 Decrease/reduce/relieve vaginal dryness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
20 Enhance/promote healthy foetal development Scientific Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
21 female tonic Traditional
22 Galactogogue/lactogogue/Enhance/improve/ promote/increase breast milk production Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
23 Haemagogue/emmenagogue/promotes menstrual flow Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to abortifacient action.
24 Help decrease/reduce/relieve confusion associated with premenstrual tension/syndrome Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
25 Help maintain/support healthy prostate function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious genitourinary conditions like Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, erectile dysfunction or hormone therapy.
26 Help to prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida and/or anencephaly Scientific Indication can only be used for medicines that contain folic acid as an active ingredient and the recommended daily dose of the medicine provides a minimum of 400 micrograms of folic acid. Product presentation referring to the prevention of neural tube defects must include at least one of the following label statements: when trying to conceive and during the first trimester of pregnancy, and/or when taken at least four weeks before conception and during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
27 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve mild vaginal itch Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
28 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve night sweats associated with menopause Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
29 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild mastitis while lactating/breastfeeding Scientific or Traditional The product presentation must not imply or refer to mastitis due to infection.

Mastitis must be qualified by mild.

Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.

Label statement: Seek medical advice if symptoms persist for more than 12 hours or you to start to feel unwell (or words to that effect).
30 Helps enhance/promote maternal health Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.

Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
31 Helps enhance/promote maternal postnatal health Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
32 Helps enhance/promote preconception health Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
33 Helps enhance/promote prostate health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious genitourinary conditions like Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, erectile dysfunction or hormone therapy.
34 Helps enhance/promote uterine health Scientific or Traditional
35 Helps maintain/support healthy vaginal pH Scientific
36 Helps maintain/support testosterone formation/synthesis Scientific
37 Helps prepare the body for labour Traditional Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
38 Helps prepare the body for pregnancy Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
39 Helps reduce occurrence of menopausal symptoms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
40 Helps reduce occurrence of pre-menstrual tension symptoms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
41 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of mild mastitis while lactating/breastfeeding Scientific or Traditional The product presentation must not imply or refer to mastitis due to infection.

Mastitis must be qualified by mild.

Label statement: Seek medical advice if symptoms persist for more than 12 hours or you to start to feel unwell (or words to that effect).

Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
42 Helps temporarily decrease/reduce/relieve excessive vaginal discharge Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
43 Helps temporarily decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild vaginitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild vaginitis.
44 Improve menstrual flow Scientific or Traditional
45 Lactifuge/reduce breast milk production Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
46 Maintain/support breast milk production/lactation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
47 Maintain/support female healthy hormonal balance Scientific
48 Maintain/support female healthy hormonal balance during the reproductive cycle Scientific
49 Maintain/support female reproductive system health Scientific or Traditional
50 Maintain/support healthy female hormonal balance during menopause Scientific
51 Maintain/support healthy libido Scientific or Traditional
52 Maintain/support healthy pregnancy Scientific or Traditional Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
53 Maintain/support healthy reproductive hormones Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to hormone imbalances.
54 Maintain/support healthy sexual function Scientific or Traditional
55 Maintain/support maternal health Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.

Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
56 Maintain/support oestrogen hormone levels Scientific
57 Maintain/support ovarian health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to ovarian disease.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
58 Maintain/support placenta health/growth Scientific Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
59 Maintain/support preconception health Scientific Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
60 Maintain/support prostate health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious genitourinary conditions like Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, erectile dysfunction or hormone therapy.
61 Maintain/support reproductive system health Scientific or Traditional
62 Maintain/support semen health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
63 Maintain/support sperm health Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
64 Maintain/support sperm motility Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
65 Maintain/support sperm production Scientific Product presentation must not imply or refer to infertility.
66 Maintain/support testosterone level Scientific
67 Maintain/support uterine health Scientific or Traditional
68 Maintain/support vaginal health Scientific or Traditional
69 Maintain/support vaginal healthy flora/microflora Scientific
70 Maintain/support/regulate healthy menstrual cycle Scientific or Traditional
71 Maintains/support healthy foetal CNS/brain development Scientific Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
72 Maintains/support healthy foetal development Scientific Label statement: Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester.
73 Male tonic Traditional
74 Ovarian tonic Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to ovarian disease.
75 Post partum tonic Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
76 Relieves mid-cycle menstrual pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
77 Soothes/relieves sore, cracked nipples Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
78 Uterine tonic/Enhance uterine health Traditional
Table 11 – Indications relating to the respiratory system
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Antitussive/cough suppressant Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
2 Decongestant/relieve nasal congestion Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
3 Decrease/reduce excess chest phlegm Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
4 Decrease/reduce excess mucous Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
5 Decrease/reduce/relieve bronchial mucous congestion Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
6 Decrease/reduce/relieve chills associated with common cold Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
7 Decrease/reduce/relieve common cold duration Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
8 Decrease/reduce/relieve cough Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
9 Decrease/reduce/relieve itchy throat Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
10 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild bronchial cough Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Product presentation must only refer to mild bronchitis.
11 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild bronchial irritation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Product presentation must only refer to mild bronchitis.
12 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild throat inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
13 Decrease/reduce/relieve mild upper respiratory tract congestion Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Respiratory tract infections must be qualified by 'mild'.
14 Decrease/reduce/relieve sneezing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
15 Decrease/reduce/relieve snoring Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
16 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of common cold Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
17 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of common colds and flu Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
18 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of head cold Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
19 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of laryngitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
20 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild throat infection Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
21 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild tonsillitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild tonsillitis.
22 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of sinusitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
23 Decrease/reduce/relieve the severity of common cold symptoms Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
24 Decrease/reduce/relieve the severity of symptoms of mild upper respiratory tract infections Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Respiratory tract infections must be qualified by 'mild'.
25 Decrease/reduce/relieve thirstiness associated with common cold Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
26 Decrease/reduce/relieve throat irritation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
27 Decrease/reduce/relieve throat mucous membrane irritation/inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
28 Enhance/improve/promote/increase cough productivity Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
29 Expectorant/clear respiratory tract mucous Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
30 Help reduce occurrence of symptoms of tonsillitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, worsen or episodes become more frequent talk to your medical practitioner.
31 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve mild swelling of the glands associated with common cold Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Product presentation must only refer to mild gland swelling.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
32 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve nasal itching Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
33 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve the severity of symptoms of common colds and flu Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
34 Helps enhance/improve nose breathing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
35 Helps reduce occurrence of common colds Scientific or Traditional
36 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
37 Helps soothe respiratory tract Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
38 Loosen chest phlegm Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
39 Loosen respiratory tract mucous Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
40 Lung tonic/Enhance lung health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
41 Maintain/support healthy mucous membranes/mucous tissue of the respiratory tract Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
42 Maintain/support lung health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
43 Reduce duration of symptoms of laryngitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
44 Reduce duration of symptoms of mild tonsillitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
45 Reduce the severity of symptoms of laryngitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
46 Relieve dry throat Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
47 Relieve dry unproductive cough Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
48 Relieve hoarseness of voice Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
49 Relieve itchy throat Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
50 Relieve loss of voice Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
51 Relieve runny/dripping nose Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
52 Relieve symptoms of mild upper respiratory tract infections Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
53 Relieve symptoms of sore throat/pharyngitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
54 Relieves dry nose Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
55 Soothe respiratory tract mucous membranes/mucous tissue Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
56 Soothe/calm the chest Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.
57 Unblock/clear nasal passages Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Table 12 – Indications relating to skin
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Aids/assists healing of minor skin pressure sores (decubitus ulcers/bedsores) Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
2 Antimicrobial for minor cuts and abrasions Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
3 Antipruritic/Relieves itchy skin Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
4 Antiseptic for minor cuts and abrasions Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
5 Can aid in the prevention of premature skin ageing (sunscreen) Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
6 Can aid in the prevention of solar keratosis (sunscreen) Scientific Indication can only be used for sunscreen products with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.
7 Can aid in the prevention of sunspots (sunscreen) Scientific Indication can only be used for sunscreen products with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.
8 Cleanse minor skin wound/cuts/scratches/abrasions Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
9 Counterirritant Traditional
10 Decrease/reduce skin sensitivity Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
11 Decrease/reduce/relieve  burning/tingling associated with facial cold sores Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
12 Decrease/reduce/relieve blisters Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
13 Decrease/reduce/relieve bruise pain Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
14 Decrease/reduce/relieve bruise swelling Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
15 Decrease/reduce/relieve congested skin pores Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
16 Decrease/reduce/relieve itchy/prickling skin associated with mild eczema/dermatitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to  mild eczema.
17 Decrease/reduce/relieve numbness associated with chilblains Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
18 Decrease/reduce/relieve oily skin Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
19 Decrease/reduce/relieve pimples Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
20 Decrease/reduce/relieve prickling sensation associated with chilblains Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
21 Decrease/reduce/relieve prickly heat skin rash Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
22 Decrease/reduce/relieve scalp flaking/scaling Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
23 Decrease/reduce/relieve scalp itching/irritation/redness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
24 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin burning/itching associated with athlete's foot/tinea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
25 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin chafing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
26 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin dryness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
27 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin irritation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
28 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin peeling/cracking Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
29 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin redness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
30 Decrease/reduce/relieve skin scaling/crusty skin Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
31 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of acne blackheads Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
32 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of athlete's foot/tinea Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
33 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of boils Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
34 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of chickenpox Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
35 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of chilblains Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
36 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of cradle cap Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
37 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of dandruff Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
38 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of facial cold sores Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
39 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of insect bite/sting Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
40 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of medically diagnosed shingles Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your medical practitioner.

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed shingles.
41 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild eczema/dermatitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to  mild eczema.
42 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild psoriasis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to  mild psoriasis
43 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of mild, superficial skin fungal infections Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must only refer to mild fungal infection.
44 Decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of nappy rash Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
45 Enhance/improve healing of minor skin wound/cuts/scratches/abrasions Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
46 Enhance/improve healthy skin flora Scientific or Traditional
47 Enhance/improve/promote healing of bruises Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
48 Enhance/improve/promote healing of facial cold sores Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
49 Enhance/improve/promote skin healing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
50 Enhance/improve/promote skin repair/healing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
51 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve swelling associated with chilblains Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
52 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of minor skin wounds (cuts, scratches and abrasions) Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
53 Helps enhance/improve skin elasticity Scientific
54 Helps enhance/improve skin internal structure Scientific or Traditional
55 Helps enhance/improve skin strength Scientific or Traditional
56 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase skin firmness Scientific or Traditional
57 Helps enhance/improve/promote/increase skin hydration Scientific or Traditional
58 Helps enhance/promote skin health Scientific or Traditional
59 Helps enhance/promote skin regeneration Scientific or Traditional
60 Helps healing of mild skin burn/sunburns Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for skin burn, Label statement: Immediate treatment of burns should be application of cold water for ten minutes (or words to that effect).

If product is indicated for skin burn, Label statement: Only to be used for minor burns after initial first aid treatment, medical advice should be sought for serious burns.

Product presentation must only refer to  'mild' burns.
61 Helps improve appearance of skin stretch marks Scientific or Traditional
62 Helps maintain/support skin pH balance Scientific Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
63 Helps protect skin elastin from breaking down Scientific
64 Helps reduce occurrence of blackheads Scientific or Traditional
65 Helps reduce occurrence of congested skin pores Scientific or Traditional
66 Helps reduce occurrence of facial cold sores Scientific or Traditional
67 Helps reduce occurrence of nappy rash Scientific or Traditional
68 Helps reduce occurrence of pimples Scientific or Traditional
69 Helps reduce occurrence of skin dryness Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
70 Helps reduce occurrence of skin pressure sores/bedsores Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
71 Helps reduce occurrence of skin scar tissue Scientific or Traditional
72 Helps reduce occurrence of skin stretch marks Scientific or Traditional
73 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of acne Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
74 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of dandruff Scientific or Traditional
75 Helps reduce occurrence of symptoms of eczema/dermatitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
76 Helps reduce/relieve warts Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
77 Maintain/support healthy skin flora Scientific or Traditional
78 Maintain/support skin elasticity Scientific or Traditional
79 Maintain/support skin firmness Scientific or Traditional
80 Maintain/support skin health Scientific or Traditional
81 Maintain/support skin hydration Scientific or Traditional
82 Maintain/support skin integrity/structure Scientific or Traditional
83 Maintain/support skin regeneration Scientific or Traditional
84 Maintain/support skin repair/healing/regeneration Scientific or Traditional
85 Maintain/support wound healing Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
86 May assist in preventing some skin cancers (sunscreen) Scientific Indication can only be used for sunscreen products with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.
87 May reduce the risk of some skin cancers (sunscreen) Scientific Indication can only be used for sunscreen products with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.
88 Reduce occurrence of skin chaffing Scientific or Traditional
89 Reduce scar tissue Scientific or Traditional
90 Relieve hot skin Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
91 Relieve minor skin eruptions Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
92 Relieve red skin rash Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
93 Relieve symptoms of acne Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
94 Soothe skin Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
95 Soothe/relieve mild skin burn/sunburns Scientific or Traditional If product is indicated for skin burn, Label statement: Immediate treatment of burns should be application of cold water for ten minutes (or words to that effect).

If product is indicated for skin burn, Label statement: Only to be used for minor burns after initial first aid treatment, medical advice should be sought for serious burns.

Product presentation must only refer to  'mild' burns.
96 Soothe/relieve skin inflammation Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
97 Soothes/relieves heat rash Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
98 SPF 10 Broad spectrum low protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
99 SPF 15 Broad spectrum medium/moderate protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
100 SPF 20 Broad spectrum medium/moderate protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
101 SPF 25 Broad spectrum medium/moderate protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
102 SPF 30 Broad spectrum high protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
103 SPF 4 Broad spectrum low protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
104 SPF 40 Broad spectrum high protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
105 SPF 50 Broad spectrum high protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
106 SPF 50 PLUS Broad spectrum very high protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
107 SPF 6 Broad spectrum low protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
108 SPF 8 Broad spectrum low protection sunscreen Scientific Indication for use in sunscreen products only.
109 Vulnerary/wound healing Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Table 13 – Indications relating to the urinary system
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Aid/assist flushing of the urinary tract Scientific or Traditional
2 Bladder tonic/Enhance bladder health Traditional
3 Decrease/reduce symptoms of medically diagnosed cystitis by reducing urinary PH Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If pain or irritation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your doctor. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed cystitis.
4 Decrease/reduce urinary odour Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious infections.
5 Enhance/promote/increase urine output Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
6 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve burning sensation/irritation upon urination associated with medically diagnosed cystitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If pain or irritation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your doctor. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed cystitis.
7 Helps decrease/reduce/relieve symptoms of medically diagnosed cystitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If pain or irritation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your doctor. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed cystitis.
8 Helps enhance/promote bladder health Scientific or Traditional
9 Helps enhance/promote healthy urogenital flora Scientific or Traditional
10 Helps reduce occurrence of medically diagnosed cystitis Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If pain or irritation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your doctor. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must only refer to medically diagnosed cystitis.
11 Kidney Tonic Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
12 Maintain/support bladder health Scientific or Traditional
13 Maintain/support healthy bladder function Scientific or Traditional
14 Maintain/support healthy urine output Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
15 Maintain/support healthy urogenital flora Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
16 Maintain/support kidney function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
17 Maintain/support kidney health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
18 Maintain/support urinary tract function Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
19 Maintain/support urinary tract health Scientific or Traditional
20 Maintain/support urogenital health Scientific or Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
21 Relieve urinary frequency Scientific or Traditional Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
22 Renal tonic/Enhance bladder health Traditional Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
23 Urinary alkaliser Scientific or Traditional
Table 14 – Traditional Chinese medicine indications
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 activate meridians/channels Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
2 allay excitement Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
3 balance yin and yang Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
4 calm/soothe/nourish the liver Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
5 calm/soothe/nourish/balance spirit Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
6 calm/stabilise/settle/regulate shen Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
7 clear/cool/drain/purge/asthenic-heat/deficiency-heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
8 clear/dispel/transform body fluid Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
9 clear/disperse/expel/dissipate/cool blood-heat Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
10 clear/drain heat in the gall bladder Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
11 clear/dry/drain/eliminate/resolve dampness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
12 clear/expel and resolve heat-phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
13 clear/expel damp-heat from the bladder Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
14 clear/expel damp-heat from the gallbladder Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
15 clear/expel damp-heat from the large intestine Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
16 clear/expel damp-heat from the liver Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
17 clear/expel damp-heat from the spleen Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
18 clear/expel dampness to resolve/eliminate the phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
19 clear/expel heat in small intestine Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
20 clear/expel muscle heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
21 clear/expel phlegm-stasis obstructing the collaterals Traditional Chinese medicine Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
22 clear/expel stagnant heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.
23 clear/expel stomach-heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
24 clear/expel wind-cold-dampness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
25 clear/expel/dissipate stomach-coldness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
26 clear/expel/dissolve/resolve phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
27 clear/expel/dissolve/resolve/dissipate cold-phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
28 cool the blood aspect/stratum Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to circulatory disorders/diseases/conditions e.g. thrombosis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
29 descend/subdue/regulate/constrain liver-yang Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
30 dispel/expel/disperse/clear cold-dampness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
31 dispel/expel/disperse/clear external/exogenous coldness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
32 dispel/expel/disperse/clear external/exogenous heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
33 dispel/expel/disperse/clear external/exogenous wind Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
34 dispel/expel/disperse/clear fire Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
35 dispel/expel/disperse/clear internal/endogenous heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
36 dispel/expel/disperse/clear stagnated blood/blood-stasis Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to cardiovascular or renal conditions.
37 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear exogenous wind Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
38 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear exogenous wind-phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
39 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear lung-heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
40 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear stomach-dampness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
41 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear wind-coldness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
42 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear wind-dampness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
43 dispel/expel/extinguish/disperse/clear wind-heat Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
44 disseminate/diffuse lungs/lung-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
45 dissipate coldness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
46 dissipate retained-fluid/water Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to cardiovascular or renal conditions.
47 eliminate/reduce/remove/resolve/dissipate blood-stasis Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
48 engender fluid Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
49 enhance generation/transformation of nutritive-qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.
50 enrich/nourish/tonify/fortify/strengthen kidneys Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
51 generating/engendering blood Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
52 harmonise intestines Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
53 harmonise the middle-burner (spleen and stomach) Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
54 harmonise/soothe the stomach Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
55 increase/augment protective-qi/wei-qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
56 increase/augment/generate/promote/ strengthen qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
57 invigorate/activate blood Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
58 invigorate/nourish/tonify/strengthen/ replenish heart-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
59 moisten and nourish the large intestine Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
60 moisten dryness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
61 moisten lungs Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
62 moisten the intestines Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
63 moisten the triple-burner/triple-energiser/san-jiao Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
64 move/activate/dissipate stagnant qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
65 nourish yin/yin element/stratum Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
66 nourish/tonify/replenish kidney-yin Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
67 nourish/tonify/replenish strenthen liver-blood Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.
68 nourish/tonify/replenish/enrich/strengthen liver-yin Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
69 nourish/tonify/warm/boost/invigorate/ strengthen kidney-essence/kidney-jing Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
70 open/relax bowels Traditional Chinese medicine Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Drink plenty of water (or words to that effect).

Label statement for stimulant laxatives: Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems.

Label statement: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present or if you develop diarrhoea. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding - seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking this product (or words to that effect).

Product presentation must not refer to or imply weight loss.
71 promote digestion and remove food stagnation Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
72 promote flow of blood Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
73 promote qi transformation Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
74 promote spleen-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
75 promote water metabolism Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
76 regulate chong-channel/thoroughfare meridian Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
77 regulate qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
78 regulate ren-channel/conception meridian Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
79 regulate spleen Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
80 regulate stomach qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
81 regulate/soothe/smooth/disperse the flow of liver-qi/liver Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
82 release exterior Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
83 release exterior/exogenous wind-coldness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
84 relieve symptoms of aversion to coldness Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
85 relieve symptoms of aversion to wind Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
86 remove heat toxin Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ, in particular the kidney or liver.

Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.
87 replenish/nourish body-fluid Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
88 replenish/nourish/enrich essence Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
89 resolve dampness-phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
90 resolve liver-stasis Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
91 resolve spleen weakness Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
92 settle fright Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to mental illnesses, disorders or conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
93 soften hardness to resolve phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.
94 soothe liver qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
95 soothe/descend qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
96 soothe/descend the arisen stomach-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
97 stabilise exterior Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
98 stimulate yang functions of liver Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
99 subdue excessive yang Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
100 support protective qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
101 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish blood Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
102 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish heart qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
103 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish heart-yang Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
104 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish heart-yin Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to heart disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
105 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish kidneys/kidney-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
106 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish large intestine-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
107 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish lungs Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
108 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish lung-yin Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
109 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
110 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish shen Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
111 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish spleen-blood Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.
112 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish spleen-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
113 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish spleen-yang Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
114 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish stomach-yin Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
115 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish superficial stratum Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
116 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish the gate of vitality Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
117 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish yang Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
118 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish/ fortify lungs/lung-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious forms of respiratory disorders/diseases, such as: asthma, pneumonia, COAD, COPD, influenza.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
119 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish/ fortify/invigorate spleen Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
120 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish/ invigorate heart-blood Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
121 tonify/nourish/strengthen/replenish/invigorate/enrich/liver/liver-qi Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
122 unblock/open channels/meridians Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
123 unblock/open collaterals Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
124 upraise/lift the sunken middle-qi Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
125 warm and invigorate blood circulation Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to serious cardiovascular conditions.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
126 warm and nourish spleen Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
127 warm and nourish uterus Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
128 warm and nourish yang Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
129 warm and nourish/strenghten/tonify/enrich kidneys/kidney-yang Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to kidney disease.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
130 warm and nourish/strengthen stomach Traditional Chinese medicine Product presentation must not imply or refer to disease in any body organ.

If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
131 warm to resolve cold-phlegm Traditional Chinese medicine If TCM terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
Table 15 – Traditional Ayurvedic medicine indications
Column 1

Column 2

Indication

Column 3

Type of evidence

Column 4

Other requirements

1 Ama hara/breakdown undigested substances Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
2 Anaha hara/anti flatulent Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
3 Anala mandya hara/increase in appetite Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
4 Asraghnam/purifies blood Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.

Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.
5 Asrajit/blood detoxification Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.
6 Asrakhara/purifies blood Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Product presentation must only refer to detoxification in relation to natural body processes.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to drugs/alcohol.
7 Asthiyuk/helps bone healing Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
8 Asya roga hara/relieve oral complaints Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
9 Atisara hara/ease diarrhoea Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Label statement: Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years (or words to that effect).
10 Balakari/energises Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
11 Balance aggravated Vata Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
12 Balance Kapha Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
13 Balance Pitta Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
14 Balance Vata Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
15 Balya/improve body strength Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
16 Balyam/increase energy utilisation Traditional Ayurvedic medicine
17 Brimhana increase body mass and nourishing to the body Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
18 Chakshushya/promote eye health Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
19 Daha/pacify burning sensations Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
20 Dantya/promote dental health Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
21 Deepan/enhances digestive fire and absorption Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
22 Guda Krimi hara/assists to expel thread worms Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to other worms e.g.  roundworm, tapeworm, hookworm.
23 Guru & Sangrahi/body nourishment and energy Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
24 Help regulate Vata Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
25 Hridya/supports heart health Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
26 Increases Kapha Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
27 Increases Pitta Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
28 Increases Vata Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
29 Kandu hara/relieves itching Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
30 Kapha & Vata roga/relieve Kapaha & Vata disturbance Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
31 Karna Roga hara/support ear health Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
32 Kasa hara/relieve cough Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
33 Katu poushtika/pungent nourisher Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
34 Krimighna (anthelmintic)/assists to expel thread worms Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Product presentation must not imply or refer to other worms e.g.  roundworm, tapeworm, hookworm.
35 Kshatapaha/tissue healing Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
36 Kushta hara/improves skin ailments Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
37 Medha hita/promotes mental clarity, intelligence, wisdom, and prudence Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
38 Medhya/brain tonic/improve memory and cognition Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
39 Pachana/increases assimilation of nutrients Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
40 Pacifies Kapha Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
41 Pacifies Pitta Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
42 Pacifies Vata Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
43 Pathyam/body nourishment Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
44 Peenasa hara/relieve symptoms of cold Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
45 Pushti Ruchi prada/enhances taste and nourishment Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
46 Rasayan/rejuvenative tonic Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
47 Rechani/expectorant Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
48 Relieve aggravated Vata Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
49 Ruchya/increases taste perception and digestion Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
50 Ruchyam/enhances taste Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
51 Santarpanam/Nourishes the body Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
52 Shleshma praseki/liquefies Kapha/soothes sinusitis symptoms Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
53 Shotha hara/anti-inflammatory properties Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
54 Shukrala/aphrodisiac/enhance sexual vitality Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
55 Shula hara/relieve pain Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
56 Shwasa hara/support lung health Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
57 Stanya/lactagogue/supports breast milk production Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner.
58 Sthaulya hara/assists excess weight reduction Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: When used in conjunction with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity.
59 Trishna hara/relieves thirst from common cold Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: Adults only, OR Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
60 Twachya/enhances skin quality Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
61 Twak dosha hara/relieves skin ailments Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
62 Twak roga hara/supports skin health Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
63 Varnya/improves skin Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
64 Vipachini/aids digestion Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
65 Visha hara/Reduces toxins Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
66 Vrana/vulnerary/promotes wound healing Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Label statement: If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
67 Vrishya/aphrodisiac/Increase in virility Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.
68 Yakrit uttejana/promote healthy liver  function Traditional Ayurvedic medicine If Ayurvedic terminology is used on medicine label, label statement: Talk to a Ayurvedic practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this medicine is right for you.

Schedule 2 – Repeals

(Section 6)

Therapeutic Goods (Permissible Indications) Determination No.1 of 2018

1.         The whole of the instrument

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