Schedule 1Specified permissible ingredients and requirements applying to these ingredients when contained in a medicine

Note: See sections 5 and 6.

Permissible ingredients and requirements

Column 1

Column 2

Column 3

Column 4

Item

Ingredient name

Purpose

Specific requirements

2833

KADSURA COCCINEA

A, H

 

2834

KAEMPFERIA GALANGA

A, H

 

2835

KALMIA LATIFOLIA

A, H

Arbutin is a mandatory component of Kalmia latifolia.

The concentration of arbutin in the medicine must be no more than 25 mg/Kg or 25mg /L or 0.0025 % unless used on the hair.

When for use on hair, the concentration of arbutin in the medicine must be no more than 0.74 %.

 

2836

KAOLIN

E

 

2837

KELP DRY

A, H

Iodine is a mandatory component of Kelp dry.

Only for external use when the concentration of iodine in the medicine (excluding salts derivatives or iodophors) is 2.5% or less.

Only for internal use when the medicine contains less than 300 micrograms of iodine per maximum recommended daily dose.

 

2838

KELP POWDER

A, E, H

Iodine is a mandatory component of Kelp powder.

Only for external use when the concentration of iodine in the medicine (excluding salts derivatives or iodophors) is 2.5% or less.

Only for internal use when the medicine contains less than 300 micrograms of iodine per maximum recommended daily dose.

 

2839

KERATIN

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

2840

KEROSENE

E, H

Only for use as a homoeopathic ingredient. 

When used in liquid preparations, the concentration in the medicine must be no more than 25%. 

 

2841

KHAYA SENEGALENSIS

A, E

Only to be used in a medicine where Bioactive Solutions Pty Ltd (Client ID 61631), who applied to have the ingredient included in this Determination, is the sponsor of the medicine or has given written authorisation to the sponsor of a medicine to include the ingredient in the medicine. This paragraph ceases to be a requirement for this ingredient after 27 September 2020.

The maximum daily dose of the medicine must not contain more than the equivalent of 1g dry bark of Khaya senegalensis.

The following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (PREGNT2) 'Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant (or words to that effect)';

- (LONGUSE) ‘Not for prolonged use. May harm liver';

- (GEN2) ‘If symptoms persist, seek the advice of a healthcare professional’;

- (CHILD3) ‘Use in children under 12 years is not recommended’; and

- (7DAYS) 'Do not use for more than 7 days'.

 

2842

KIDNEY BEAN

E

 

2843

KIRSCH

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

2844

KIWI FRUIT

E

 

2845

KNAUTIA ARVENSIS

A, H

 

2846

KOREAN GINSENG ROOT DRY

A, H

 

2847

KOREAN GINSENG ROOT POWDER

A, H

 

2848

KRAMERIA IXIENA

A, H

 

2849

KRAMERIA LAPPACEA

A, H

 

2850

KUNZEA AMBIGUA

A

Only for use when the plant preparation is essential oil.

Only for use when the route of administration is topical or inhalation.

When the dosage form is essential oil, a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container and the medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children'

- (EXTERN) 'For external use only'

- (UNDILU) 'Not to be applied undiluted to the skin except on the advice of a health care practitioner'.

When the dosage form is other than essential oil, the maximum concentration in topical medicines must be no more than 25% w/w and the medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children'

- (EXTERN) 'For external use only'.

 

2851

L-BORNEOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2852

L-BORNYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

 If used as in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

2853

L-CARVONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2854

L-LIMONENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2855

L-LINALOOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

2856

L-MENTHONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2857

L-MENTHYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2858

L-ROSE OXIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2859

LABDANUM ABSOLUTE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

2860

LABDANUM GUM EXTRACT ETHYL ESTER

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance and the total fragrance concentration in a medicine is no more than 1%.

 

2861

LABDANUM OIL

A, E, H

 

2862

LABURNUM ANAGYROIDES

A, H

Sparteine is a mandatory component of Laburnum anagyroides.

The concentration of sparteine in the medicine must be no more than 0.001%.

 

2863

LACTALBUMIN

E

 

2864

LACTIC ACID

A, E, H

When used as an active ingredient, can only be supplied as an uncompounded medicine substance packed for retail sale, and must comply with an uncompounded substance monograph of the British Pharmacopoeia, as in force or existing form time to time.

Sponsors should consider the impact of excipients containing alpha hydroxy acids on the sensitivity of the skin to sunlight and should ensure the finished medicine is safe for its intended purpose.

 

2865

LACTITOL

E

The medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (SUGOLS) 'Medicines containing lactitol may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea' (or words to that effect);

- (LACT) 'Contains lactose' (or words to that effect); and

- (COWMK) 'Derived from cows milk'.

 

2866

LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE

E

The medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (SUGOLS) 'Medicines containing lactitol monohydrate may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea' (or words to that effect)

- (LACT) 'Contains lactose' (or words to that effect)

- (COWMK) 'Derived from cows milk'.

 

2867

LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS

A

 

2868

LACTOBACILLUS AMYLOVORUS

A

 

2869

LACTOBACILLUS BREVIS

A

 

2870

LACTOBACILLUS CASEI

A

 

2871

LACTOBACILLUS CASEI SUBSP. BIOVAR CASEI

A

 

2872

LACTOBACILLUS CRISPATUS

A

 

2873

LACTOBACILLUS DELBRUECKII SSP BULGARICUS

A

 

2874

LACTOBACILLUS DELBRUECKII SSP LACTIS

A

 

2875

LACTOBACILLUS FERMENTUM

A

 

2876

LACTOBACILLUS GALLINARUM

A

 

2877

LACTOBACILLUS GASSERI

A

 

2878

LACTOBACILLUS HELVETICUS

A

 

2879

LACTOBACILLUS JOHNSONII

A

 

2880

LACTOBACILLUS KEFIRANOFACIENS

A

 

2881

LACTOBACILLUS KEFIRGRANUM

A

 

2882

LACTOBACILLUS KEFIRI

A

 

2883

LACTOBACILLUS PARACASEI

A

 

2884

LACTOBACILLUS PARACASEI SUBSP. PARACASEI

A

 

2885

LACTOBACILLUS PLANTARUM

A

 

2886

LACTOBACILLUS REUTERI

A

 

2887

LACTOBACILLUS RHAMNOSUS

A

 

2888

LACTOBACILLUS SALIVARIUS SSP SALICINIUS

A

 

2889

LACTOBACILLUS SALIVARIUS SSP SALIVARIUS

A

 

2890

LACTOBIONIC ACID

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2891

LACTOSCATONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

2892

LACTOSE

E

When the medicine is for oral ingestion and the total amount of all sugars (monosaccharides and disaccharides such as glucose, honey, invert sugar, lactose, maltose, and sucrose) is more than 100mg in the maximum daily dose, then the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGARS) ‘Contains [insert name of sugar]’ if medicine contains one sugar OR ‘Contains sugars [or words to that effect]’ if medicine contains two or more sugars.

If one of the sugars is lactose then the medicine also requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (LACT) ‘Contains lactose [or words to that effect]’.

 

2893

LACTOSE MONOHYDRATE

E

When the medicine is for oral ingestion and the total amount of all sugars (monosaccharides and disaccharides such as glucose, honey, invert sugar, lactose monohydrate, maltose, and sucrose) is more than 100mg in the maximum daily dose, then the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGARS) ‘Contains [insert name of sugar]’ if medicine contains one sugar OR ‘Contains sugars [or words to that effect]’ if medicine contains two or more sugars.

If one of the sugars is lactose monohydrate then the medicine also requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (LACT) ‘Contains lactose monohydrate [or words to that effect]’.

 

2894

LACTUCA SATIVA

A, H

 

2895

LACTUCA VIROSA

A, H

 

2896

LACTULOSE

E

 

2897

LACTULOSE SOLUTION

A

When used as an active ingredient, can only be supplied as an uncompounded medicine substance packed for retail sale, and must comply with an uncompounded substance monograph of the British Pharmacopoeia, as in force or existing form time to time.

 

2898

LAGENARIA VULGARIS

A, H

 

2899

LAMINARIA CLOUSTONI

A, E, H

Iodine is a mandatory component of Laminaria cloustoni.

Only for external use when the concentration of iodine in the medicine (excluding salts derivatives or iodophors) is 2.5% or less.

Only for internal use when the medicine contains less than 300 micrograms of iodine per maximum recommended daily dose.

 

2900

LAMINARIA DIGITATA

A, E, H

Iodine is a mandatory component of Laminaria digitata.

Only for external use when the concentration of iodine in the medicine (excluding salts derivatives or iodophors) is 2.5% or less.

Only for internal use when the medicine contains less than 300 micrograms of iodine per maximum recommended daily dose.

 

2901

LAMINARIA JAPONICA

A, E, H

Iodine is a mandatory component of Laminaria japonica.

Only for external use when the concentration of iodine in the

medicine (excluding salts derivatives or iodophors) is 2.5% or less.

Only for internal use when the medicine contains less than 300 micrograms of iodine per maximum recommended daily dose.

 

2902

LAMIUM ALBUM

A, H

 

2903

LANETH-5

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2904

LANOLIN ALCOHOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2905

LANOLIN OIL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2906

LANOLIN WAX

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2907

LANTANA CAMARA

A, H

The maximum recommended daily dose must contain no more than 1mg of the equivalent dry herbal material of Lantana camara.

 

2908

LARIX ARABINOGALACTAN

A, E

The concentration of polysaccharides in the ingredient must be greater than or equal to 85%.

The ingredient must be derived from Larix occidentalis or Larix larcinia.

Only for use in oral medicines or topical medicines for dermal application, and not to be included in topical products intended for use in the eye.

The maximum recommended daily dose of Larix arabinogalactan in oral medicines must not be more than 15 grams.

The concentration of Larix arabinogalactan in topical medicines for dermal application must not exceed 5.0%.

 

2909

LARIX DECIDUA

A, H

 

2910

LARIX KAEMPFERI

A, H

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1 mg of the equivalent dry herbal material of Larix kaempferi.

 

2911

LARREA TRIDENTATA

A, H

The medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (CHAP) 'WARNING: Chaparral may harm the liver in some people - use only under supervision of a health care professional'.

 

2912

LATHYRUS SATIVUS

A, H

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1mg of the equivalent dry herbal material of Lathyrus sativus.

The medicine must not contain lathyrogenic amino acids.

 

2913

LAURAMINE OXIDE

E

 

2914

LAUREL LEAF OIL

A, H

 

2915

LAURETH-10

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2916

LAURETH-12

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2917

LAURETH-2

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.4%.

Residual levels of ethylene oxide (and related substances) must be kept below the level of detection.

 

2918

LAURETH-23

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2919

LAURETH-3

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2920

LAURETH-4

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2921

LAURETH-7

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2922

LAURETH-8

E

 

2923

LAURIC ACID

A, E

When for use as an active ingredient is for use in oral medicines only and the maximum recommended daily dose must not exceed 1500 mg.

 

2924

LAURIL MACROGOL 400 DIMETICONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

2925

LAUROMACROGOL 400

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2926

LAUROYL LYSINE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines for use in the eye or on damaged skin. The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5.0%.

2927

LAURUS NOBILIS

A, E, H

When the plant preparation is oil or distillate, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres.

When the concentration of Laurus nobilis oil or distillate in the preparation is greater than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is less than or equal to 15 millilitres, a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container.

When the concentration of Laurus nobilis oil or distillate in the preparation is greater than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is greater than 15 millilitres, a child resistant closure must be fitted on the container.

When the concentration of Laurus nobilis oil or distillate in the preparation is greater than 25%, the medicine must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

 

2928

LAURYL ALDEHYDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a coating solution, flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2929

LAURYL BETAINE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2930

LAURYL GLUCOSIDE

E

Only for use as an excipient ingredient in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in topical medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 12%.

 

2931

LAURYL LACTATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 3%.

Sponsors should consider the impact of excipients containing alpha hydroxy acids on the sensitivity of the skin to sunlight and should ensure the finished medicine is safe for its intended purpose.

 

2932

LAURYL PCA

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

2933

LAURYL PEG-10 TRIS(TRIMETHYLSILOXY)SILYLETHYL DIMETICONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 2%.

 

2934

LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETICONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or damaged skin. The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 3.5%.

 

2935

LAURYL PEG/PPG-18/18 METHICONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 9%.

Residual levels of ethylene oxide (and related substances) must be kept below the level of detection.

 

2936

LAURYL POLYGLUCOSE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration must not exceed 1% in leave-on medicines and 3% in wash-on/wash-off medicines.

 

2937

LAURYL PYRROLIDONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2938

LAURYLDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL HYDROLYSED COLLAGEN

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2939

LAURYLDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL HYDROLYSED SOY PROTEIN

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.007%.

 

2940

LAURYLMETICONE COPOLYOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

2941

LAVANDIN OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2942

LAVANDIN OIL ABRIAL

A, E, H

 

2943

LAVANDIN OIL GROSSO

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

2944

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA

A, E, H

Camphor is a mandatory component of Lavandula angustifolia.

In solid and semi solid preparations, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 12.5%.

In liquid preparations other than essential oils or distillates, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 2.5%.

 

2945

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA SUBSP. ANGUSTIFOLIA

A, E, H

Camphor is a mandatory component of Lavandula angustifolia subsp. angustifolia.

In solid and semi solid preparations, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 12.5%.

In liquid preparations other than essential oils or distillates, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 2.5%.

 

2946

LAVANDULA X INTERMEDIA

A, E, H

Camphor is a mandatory component of Lavandula x intermedia.

In solid and semi solid preparations, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 12.5%.

 

2947

LAVENDER OIL

A, E, H

 

2948

LAWSONIA INERMIS

A, H

 

2949

LEAD

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.001%.

 

2950

LEAD ACETATE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

2951

LEAF ACETAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used as a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

2952

LECITHIN

A, E

 

2953

LEDEBOURIELLA SESELOIDES

A, H

 

2954

LEDUM GROENLANDICUM

A, H

 

2955

LEDUM PALUSTRE

A, H

Arbutin is a mandatory component of Ledum palustre.

The concentration of arbutin in the medicine must be no more than 25 mg/Kg or 25mg /L or 0.0025 % unless used on the hair.

When for use on hair, the concentration of arbutin in the medicine must be no more than 0.74 %.

When the route of administration is other than topical, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 0.001mg of the equivalent dry herbal material of Ledum palustre.

 

2956

LEMNA MINOR

A, H

 

2957

LEMON

E

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of lemon.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

2958

LEMON BALM LEAF DRY

A, H

 

2959

LEMON BALM LEAF POWDER

A, E, H

 

2960

LEMON OIL

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of lemon oil.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

The warning statement (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' (or words to that effect) must be included on the medicine label unless the medicine is:

a) steam distilled or rectified; or

b) for internal use; or

c) contains 0.05% or less of lemon oil; or

d) for use in soaps or bath or shower gels that are washed off the skin.

 

2961

LEMON OIL DISTILLED

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of lemon oil distilled.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

2962

LEMON OIL TERPENELESS

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of lemon oil terpeneless.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

2963

LEMON OIL TERPENES AND TERPENOIDS

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

2964

LEMON PEEL DRIED

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of lemon peel dried.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

2965

LEMONGRASS OIL

A, E, H

 

2966

LENS CULINARIS

A, H

 

2967

LENTIL

E

 

2968

LENTINULA EDODES

A, E, H

 

2969

LEONTOPODIUM ALPINUM

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

2970

LEONURUS CARDIACA

A, E, H

 

2971

LEONURUS SIBIRICUS

A, E, H

 

2972

LEPIDIUM APETALUM

A, H

 

2973

LEPIDIUM MEYENII

A

Only for use in oral medicines when the plant part is tuber and the plant preparation is dry.

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 3.5g of Lepidium meyenii dried tuber (or its extract equivalent).

 

2974

LEPTOSPERMUM PETERSONII

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more 5%.

 

2975

LEPTOSPERMUM SCOPARIUM OIL

A

Only for use as an active ingredient when the route of administration is topical or oral application in a mouthwash preparation.

If the concentration is more than 25%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25mL.

When the concentration is more than 25%, and the nominal capacity of the container less than 15mL, a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container and requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) ‘Keep out of reach of children' (or word to that effect)

- (NTAKEN) ‘Not to be taken’

When the concentration is more than 25%, the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 mL but no more than 25 mL, a child resistant closure and restricted flow insert  must be fitted on the container and requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) ‘Keep out of reach of children' (or word to that effect)

- (NTAKEN) ‘Not to be taken’

 

2976

LESPEDEZA CAPITATA

A, H

 

2977

LETTUCE

E

 

2978

LEUCINE

A, E

 

2979

LEUZEA UNIFLORUM

A, H

 

2980

LEVISTICUM OFFICINALE

A, H

 

2981

LEVOCARNITINE

A

 

2982

LEVOCARNITINE FUMARATE

A

 

2983

LEVOCARNITINE HYDROCHLORIDE

A

 

2984

LEVOCARNITINE MAGNESIUM CITRATE

A

 

2985

LEVOCARNITINE TARTRATE

A

 

2986

LEVOMEFOLATE CALCIUM

A

Available for medicines intended for internal use only.

Levomefolic acid is a mandatory component of Levomefolate calcium.

The maximum recommended daily dose must not provide more than 500 micrograms of Levomefolic acid from Levomefolate calcium.

When the medicine contains a combination of folic acid, folinic acid or levomefolic acid, the medicine must not provide more than a combined total of 500 micrograms of folic acid, folinic acid and levomefolic acid per maximum recommended daily dose.

When used in preparations indicated for reducing the risk of having a child with spina bifida/neural tube defects the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (NEUR) 'Warning: Do not exceed the stated dose except on medical advice. If you have had a baby with a neural tube defect/spina bifida - seek specific medical advice (or words to that effect)’.

 

2987

LEVOMEFOLATE GLUCOSAMINE

A

Available for medicines intended for internal use only.

Levomefolic acid is a mandatory component of levomefolate glucosamine.

The maximum recommended daily dose must not provide more than 500 micrograms of levomefolic acid from levomefolate glucosamine.

When the medicine contains a combination of folic acid, folinic acid or levomefolic acid, the medicine must not provide more than a combined total of 500 micrograms of folic acid, folinic acid and levomefolic acid per maximum recommended daily dose.

When used in preparations indicated for reducing the risk of having a child with spina bifida/neural tube defects the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (NEUR) 'Warning: Do not exceed the stated dose except on medical advice. If you have had a baby with a neural tube defect/spina bifida - seek specific medical advice (or words to that effect).'

 

2988

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

2989

LEVULINIC ACID

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

2990

LIGHT KAOLIN

E

 

2991

LIGHT LIQUID PARAFFIN

A, E

When used as an active ingredient, can only be supplied as an uncompounded medicine substance packed for retail sale, and must comply with an uncompounded substance monograph of the British Pharmacopoeia, as in force or existing from time to time.

 

2992

LIGHT MAGNESIUM OXIDE

A, E, H

 

2993

LIGUSTICUM SINENSE

A, H

 

2994

LIGUSTICUM STRIATUM

A, E, H

 

2995

LIGUSTRUM LUCIDUM

A, H

 

2996

LILIUM BROWNII

A, H

 

2997

LILIUM CANDIDUM

A, E, H

 

2998

LILIUM LANCIFOLIUM

A, H

 

2999

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM

A, H

 

3000

LIME FRUIT

E

 

3001

LIME OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3002

LIME OIL COLDPRESSED

A, E, H

The warning statement (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' (or words to that effect) must be included on the medicine label unless the medicine is:

a) for internal use; or

b) contains 0.5% or less of lime oil coldpressed; or

c) for use in soaps or bath or shower gels that are washed off the skin.

 

3003

LIME OIL DISTILLED

A, E, H

The warning statement (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' (or words to that effect) must be included on the medicine label unless the medicine is:

a) for internal use; or

b) contains 0.5% or less of lime oil distilled; or

c) for use in soaps or bath or shower gels that are washed off the skin.

3004

LIME OIL TERPENELESS

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3005

LIME OIL TERPENES AND TERPENOIDS

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3006

LIME TREE FLOWER DRY

A, H

 

3007

LIME TREE FLOWER POWDER

A, H

 

3008

LIME, ESSENCE

E

 

3009

LIMES TERPENES

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3010

LIMONENE

E

When for oral use, the quantity must be no more than 10 mg per maximum recommended daily dose.

3011

LINALOOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3012

LINALOOL OXIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3013

LINALYL ACETAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3014

LINALYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only:

(a) in topical medicines for dermal application; and

(b) in oral medicines in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a flavour proprietary excipient formulation.

When used in a flavour, the total flavour proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3015

LINALYL BENZOATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3016

LINALYL BUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3017

LINALYL CINNAMATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3018

LINALYL FORMATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3019

LINALYL ISOBUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3020

LINALYL PROPIONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3021

LINDERA STRYCHNIFOLIA

A, H

 

3022

LINOLEAMIDOPROPYL PG-DIMONIUM CHLORIDE PHOSPHATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3023

LINOLEIC ACID

E

 

3024

LINOLENIC ACID

E

 

3025

LINSEED DRY

A, E, H

 

3026

LINSEED OIL

A, E, H

 

3027

LINSEED POWDER

A, E, H

 

3028

LINUM USITATISSIMUM

A, E, H

 

3029

LIPASE

A

Lipase must only be derived from Rhizopus oryzae and must comply with the relevant compositional guideline

When used in an undivided preparation, the unit 'Thousand lipase units per gram' is permitted.

When used in a divided preparation, the unit 'Thousand lipase unit' is permitted.

 

3030

LIPPIA DULCIS

A, H

 

3031

LIQUID GLUCOSE

E

When the medicine is for oral ingestion and the total amount of all sugars (monosaccharides and disaccharides such as glucose, honey, invert sugar, lactose, maltose, and sucrose) is more than 100mg in the maximum daily dose, then the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGARS) ‘Contains [insert name of sugar]’ if medicine contains one sugar OR ‘Contains sugars' (or words to that effect) if medicine contains two or more sugars.

If one of the sugars is lactose then the medicine also requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (LACT) ‘Contains lactose' (or words to that effect).

 

3032

LIQUID PARAFFIN

A, E

When used as an active ingredient, can only be supplied as an uncompounded medicine substance packed for retail sale, and must comply with an uncompounded substance monograph of the British Pharmacopoeia, as in force or existing from time to time.

 

3033

LIQUIDAMBAR FORMOSANA

A, H

 

3034

LIQUIDAMBAR ORIENTALIS

A, H

 

3035

LIQUIDAMBAR STYRACIFLUA

A, E, H

 

3036

LIQUIDAMBAR STYRACIFLUA RESIN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3037

LIQUIDAMBAR TAIWANIANA

A, H

 

3038

LIQUORICE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3039

LIQUORICE DRY

A, E, H

 

3040

LIQUORICE LIQUID EXTRACT

A, E, H

 

3041

LIQUORICE POWDER

A, E, H

 

3042

LITCHI CHINENSIS

A, H

 

3043

LITHIUM CARBONATE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

3044

LITHOSPERMUM OFFICINALE

A, H

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1mg of the equivalent dry herbal material of Lithospermum officinale.

 

3045

LITSEA CUBEBA

A, E, H

 

3046

LITSEA CUBEBA OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3047

LOBARIA PULMONARIA

A, H

 

3048

LOBELIA DRY

A, H

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.001% or 10mg/kg or 10ml/L or 10 ppm unless the medicine is administered by inhalation.

 

3049

LOBELIA INFLATA

A, H

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.001% or 10mg/kg or 10ml/L or 10 ppm unless the medicine is administered by inhalation.

 

3050

LOBELIA POWDER

A, H

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.001% or 10mg/kg or 10ml/L or 10 ppm unless the medicine is administered by inhalation.

 

3051

LOLIUM PERENNE

A, H

 

3052

LOLIUM TEMULENTUM

A, H

 

3053

LONGIFOLENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

 If used in a fragrance the total longifolene concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3054

LONICERA CAPRIFOLIUM

A, E, H

 

3055

LONICERA JAPONICA

A, E, H

 

3056

LONICERA PERICLYMENUM

A, H

 

3057

LOPHATHERUM GRACILE

A, H

 

3058

LOQUAT

E

 

3059

LORANTHUS PARASITICUS

A, H

 

3060

LOROPETALUM CHINENSIS

A, H

 

3061

LOTUS CORNICULATUS

A, H

 

3062

LOVAGE OIL

A, E, H

 

3063

LOVAGE ROOT DRY

A, H

 

3064

LOVAGE ROOT POWDER

A, H

 

3065

LUDWIGIA PROSTRATA

A, H

 

3066

LUFFA CYLINDRICA

A, H

 

3067

LUFFA PURGANS

A, H

 

3068

LUTEIN

A, E, H

When used as an excipient, permitted for use only as a colour in medicines limited to topical and oral routes of administration.

 

3069

LYCHEE

E

 

3070

LYCIUM BARBARUM

A, H

 

3071

LYCIUM CHINENSE

A, E, H

 

3072

LYCOPENE

A, E

 

3073

LYCOPERSICON ESCULENTUM

A, E, H

Steroidal alkaloids calculated as solanine is a mandatory component of Lycopersicon esculentum.

The maximum daily dose must not provide more than 10 mg of steroidal alkaloids calculated as solanine.

 

3074

LYCOPODIUM ANNOTINUM

A, H

 

3075

LYCOPODIUM CLAVATUM

A, H

 

3076

LYCOPODIUM COMPLANATUM

A, H

 

3077

LYCOPUS EUROPAEUS

A, H

 

3078

LYCOPUS LUCIDUS

A, H

 

3079

LYCOPUS VIRGINICUS

A, H

Pulegone is a mandatory component of Lycopus virginicus.

The concentration of pulegone in the medicine must be no more than 4%.

 

3080

LYGODIUM JAPONICUM

A, H

 

3081

LYSIMACHIA CHRISTINAE

A, H

 

3082

LYSIMACHIA VULGARIS

A, H

 

3083

LYSINE

A, E

 

3084

LYSINE HYDROCHLORIDE

A, E

 

3085

LYTHRUM HYSSOPIFOLIA

A, H

 

3086

LYTHRUM SALICARIA

A, H

 

3087

LYTHRUM VERTICILLATUM

A, H

 

3088

MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA

A, E

 

3089

MACADAMIA NUT

E

 

3090

MACADAMIA NUT OIL

E

 

3091

MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA

A, E, H

 

3092

MACE

E

Safrole is a mandatory component of Mace.

When used internally, the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When used topically, the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 1.0%.

 

3093

MACE OIL

A, H

Safrole is a mandatory component of Mace oil.

When used internally, the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When used topically, the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 1.0%.

When the concentration of mace oil in the preparation is more than 50% and the nominal capacity of the container is 25 mL or less, a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container.

 

3094

MACROCYSTIS PYRIFERA

A, E, H

Iodine is a mandatory component of Macrocystis pyrifera.

Only for external use when the concentration of iodine in the medicine (excluding salts derivatives or iodophors) is 2.5% or less.

Only for internal use when the medicine contains less than 300 micrograms of iodine per maximum recommended daily dose.

 

3095

MACROGOL 1000

E

 

3096

MACROGOL 1450

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3097

MACROGOL 1500

E

 

3098

MACROGOL 1500 CASTOR OIL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 2%.

 

3099

MACROGOL 200

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3100

MACROGOL 20000

E

 

3101

MACROGOL 300

E

 

3102

MACROGOL 3000

E

 

3103

MACROGOL 3350

A, E

When used as an active ingredient, can only be supplied as an uncompounded medicine substance packed for retail sale, and must comply with an uncompounded substance monograph of the British Pharmacopoeia, as in force or existing form time to time.

 

3104

MACROGOL 40

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3105

MACROGOL 400

E

 

3106

MACROGOL 4000

E

 

3107

MACROGOL 45000

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3108

MACROGOL 600

E

 

3109

MACROGOL 6000

E

 

3110

MACROGOL 600000

E

 

3111

MACROGOL 800

E

 

3112

MACROGOL 8000

E

 

3113

MACROGOL 900

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.95%.

 

3114

MACROGOL POLY(VINYL ALCOHOL) GRAFTED POLYMER

E

Only for use in oral medicines.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3115

MACROPIPER EXCELSUM VAR EXCELSUM

A, H

 

3116

MAGNESIUM AMINO ACID CHELATE

A, E, H

Only for use in oral medicines.

The concentration of Magnesium must be no more than 25% of the magnesium amino acid chelate.

 

3117

MAGNESIUM ASCORBATE

A, E, H

 

3118

MAGNESIUM ASCORBATE MONOHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3119

MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3120

MAGNESIUM ASPARTATE

A, E, H

 

3121

MAGNESIUM ASPARTATE DIHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3122

MAGNESIUM ASPARTATE TETRAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3123

MAGNESIUM CARBONATE HYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3124

MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE 4.5-HYDRATE

A

 

3125

MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE HEXAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3126

MAGNESIUM CITRATE

A, E, H

 

3127

MAGNESIUM CITRATE NONAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3128

MAGNESIUM CITRATE TETRADECAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3129

MAGNESIUM DIGLUTAMATE

A, E, H

 

3130

MAGNESIUM GLUCONATE

A, E, H

 

3131

MAGNESIUM GLYCEROPHOSPHATE

A, E, H

 

3132

MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3133

MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE DIHYDRATE

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

Magnesium is a mandatory component of Magnesium glycinate dihydrate.

The percentage of Magnesium from Magnesium glycinate dihydrate should be calculated based on the molecular weight of Magnesium glycinate dihydrate.

 

3134

MAGNESIUM HYDROGEN PHOSPHATE

H

 

3135

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE

A, E

When used as an active ingredient, can only be supplied as an uncompounded medicine substance packed for retail sale, and must comply with an uncompounded substance monograph of the British Pharmacopoeia, as in force or existing from time to time.

When the medicine is not promoted or marketed as laxative, contains more than 2 g magnesium hydroxide per maximum recommended daily dose, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (LAX5) 'This product contains [name of the herb(s) or the chemical component(s)]'

- (LAX4) 'This product may have laxative effect'.

 

3136

MAGNESIUM LYSINATE

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3137

MAGNESIUM METHIONINATE

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3138

MAGNESIUM NITRATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3139

MAGNESIUM OROTATE

A, E, H

 

3140

MAGNESIUM OROTATE DIHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3141

MAGNESIUM OXIDE

A, E, H

 

3142

MAGNESIUM PHOSPHATE PENTAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3143

MAGNESIUM PHOSPHATE TRIBASIC

A, E, H

Magnesium is a mandatory component of Magnesium phosphate tribasic. The percentage of magnesium from magnesium phosphate tribasic should be calculated based on the molecular weight of magnesium phosphate tribasic.

 

3144

MAGNESIUM PYRUVATE

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 7 grams.

 

3145

MAGNESIUM STEARATE

E

 

3146

MAGNESIUM SULFATE DIHYDRATE

A, E, H

When used internally, the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1.5g.

 

3147

MAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE

A, E, H

When used internally, the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1.5g.

 

3148

MAGNESIUM SULFATE MONOHYDRATE

A, E, H

When used internally, the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1.5g.

 

3149

MAGNESIUM SULFATE TRIHYDRATE

A, E, H

When used internally, the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1.5g.

 

3150

MAGNESIUM TRISILICATE

E

 

3151

MAGNOLIA GLAUCA

A, H

 

3152

MAGNOLIA LILIFLORA

A, H

 

3153

MAGNOLIA OBOVATA

A, H

 

3154

MAGNOLIA OFFICINALIS

A, E, H

 

3155

MAGNOLIA SALICIFOLIA

A, H

 

3156

MAIZE

E

 

3157

MAIZE BRAN

E

 

3158

MAIZE OIL

A, E, H

 

3159

MAIZE STARCH

A, E, H

 

3160

MALACHITE GREEN

E

Permitted for use only as a colour for topical use.

 

3161

MALIC ACID

E

Sponsors should consider the impact of excipients on the sensitivity of the skin to sunlight and should ensure the finished medicine is safe for its intended purpose.

 

3162

MALPIGHIA GLABRA

A, E, H

 

3163

MALT EXTRACT

E

 

3164

MALTITOL

E

When the quantity of sugar alcohols per maximum recommended daily dose is more than 2g, the quantity of the sugar alcohols must be declared on the label and the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGOLS) ‘Products containing [insert name of sugar alcohol(s) may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea [or words to that effect]’.

 

3165

MALTITOL SOLUTION

E

When the quantity of sugar alcohols per maximum recommended daily dose is more than 2g, the quantity of the sugar alcohols must be declared on the label and the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGOLS) ‘Products containing [insert name of sugar alcohol(s)] may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea' (or words to that effect).

 

3166

MALTODEXTRIN

E

Gluten is a mandatory component of Maltodextrin where the ingredient is derived from gluten containing grains such as wheat, barley, rye and oats.

 

3167

MALTOL

E

 

3168

MALTONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3169

MALTOSE

E

When the medicine is for oral ingestion and the total amount of all sugars (monosaccharides and disaccharides such as glucose, honey, invert sugar, lactose, maltose, and sucrose) is more than 100mg in the maximum daily dose, then the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGARS) ‘Contains [insert name of sugar]’ if medicine contains one sugar OR ‘Contains sugars' (or words to that effect) if medicine contains two or more sugars.

If one of the sugars is lactose then the medicine also requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (LACT) ‘Contains lactose' (or words to that effect).

 

3170

MALUS DOMESTICA

A, E, H

The concentration of amygdalin in the medicine must be no more than 0%.

 

3171

MALUS PUMILA

A, E, H

A medicine that contains the ingredient must not be listed in the Register on or after 2 March 2020 or be supplied after 2 March 2021.

 

3172

MALUS SYLVESTRIS

A, H

 

3173

MALVA MOSCHATA

A, H

 

3174

MALVA SYLVESTRIS

A, E, H

 

3175

MALVA VERTICILLATA

A, H

 

3176

MANDARIN

E

 

3177

MANDARIN OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3178

MANDARIN OIL COLDPRESSED

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of mandarin oil coldpressed.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

3179

MANDARIN OIL TERPENES

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3180

MANDARIN RESIDUE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3181

MANDARINAL 32048

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3182

MANDRAGORA OFFICINARUM

A, H

Atropine, hyoscine and hyoscyamine are mandatory components of Mandragora officinarum.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 10 mg/kg or 10 mL/L or 0.001%.

The concentration of atropine in the medicine must be no more than 100 micrograms/kg or 100 micrograms/L or 0.00001%.

The concentration of hyoscine in the medicine must be no more than 300 micrograms/kg or 300 micrograms/L or 0.00003%.

The concentration of hyoscyamine in the medicine must be no more than 300 micrograms/kg or 300 micrograms/L or 0.00003%.

 

3183

MANGANESE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

3184

MANGANESE (II) DIASPARTATE

A, H

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3185

MANGANESE (II) GLYCINATE

A, H

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3186

MANGANESE ACETATE TETRAHYDRATE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient. 

 

3187

MANGANESE AMINO ACID CHELATE

A, E, H

Only for use in oral medicines.

The concentration of Manganese must be no more than 25% of the manganese amino acid chelate.

 

3188

MANGANESE CHLORIDE TETRAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3189

MANGANESE DIASPARTATE

A, E, H

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3190

MANGANESE GLUCONATE

A, E, H

 

3191

MANGANESE GLYCEROPHOSPHATE

A, E, H

 

3192

MANGANESE OXIDE

A, E, H

 

3193

MANGANESE SULFATE MONOHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3194

MANGANESE SULFATE TETRAHYDRATE

A, E, H

 

3195

MANGIFERA INDICA

A, E, H

 

3196

MANGO

E, H

 

3197

MANIHOT ESCULENTA

A, H

 

3198

MANNITOL

E

When the quantity of sugar alcohols per maximum recommended daily dose is more than 2g, the quantity of the sugar alcohols must be declared on the label and the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SUGOLS) ‘Products containing [insert name of sugar alcohol(s)] may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea' (or words to that effect).

 

3199

MARANTA ARUNDINACEA

A, H

 

3200

MARINE SPONGE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

3201

MARJORAM OIL SPANISH

A, E, H

When the concentration in the preparation is more than 50%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 50 mL, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted to the container and requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect).

 

3202

MARJORAM OIL SWEET

A, E, H

When the concentration in the preparation is more than 50%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 50 mL, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted to the container and  requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect).

3203

MARRUBIUM VULGARE

A, E, H

 

3204

MARSDENIA CUNDURANGO

A, H

 

3205

MARSHMALLOW ROOT DRY

A, H

 

3206

MARSHMALLOW ROOT POWDER

A, H

 

3207

MASSOIA LACTONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3208

MASTIC

A, H

 

3209

MATE ABSOLUTE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3210

MATRICARIA CHAMOMILLA

A, E, H

 

3211

MATRICARIA FLOWER DRY

A, E, H

 

3212

MEADOWSWEET HERB DRY

A, H

Methyl salicylate is a mandatory component of meadowsweet herb dry.

Not to be included in medicines for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

When used internally, the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine must not be more than 0.001%.

When the concentration of methyl salicylate in a liquid preparation is more than 5% and the dosage form is other than spray, the medicine requires child resistant packaging.

When the concentration of methyl salicylate in a liquid preparation is more than 5% and the dosage form is spray, the medicine does not require child resistant packaging if:

- the delivery device is engaged into the container in such a way that prevents it from being readily removed;

- direct suction through the delivery device results in delivery of no more than one dosage unit; and

- actuation of the spray device is ergonomically difficult for young children to accomplish.

The following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (METSAL) 'Contains methyl salicylate' (or words to that effect).

When for use in topical medicines for dermal application

i) the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine must not be more than 25%

ii) the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (PREGNT2) 'Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant' (or words to that effect);

- (CHILD4) 'Do not use [this product/insert name of product] in children 6 years of age or less';

- (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight.' (or words to that effect);

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to that effect);

iii) if the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine is greater than 1%, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (IRRIT) 'If irritation develops, discontinue use'.

 

3213

MECOBALAMIN (CO-METHYLCOBALAMIN)

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3214

MEDICAGO SATIVA

A, E, H

The level of l-canavanine must be no more than that of the dried leaf.

When fresh leaf extract is used and the extraction ratio is between 34:1 and 46:1, the quantity of l-canavanine in the extract must not be more than that in the fresh leaf.

 

3215

MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES

E

 

3216

MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA

A, E, H

Cineole is a mandatory component of Melaleuca alternifolia.

In liquid preparations when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c) the container must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres the medicine must also have a child resistant closure.

 

3217

MELALEUCA CAJUPUTI

A, E, H

Cineole is a mandatory component of Melaleuca cajuputi.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c) the container must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres the medicine must also have a child resistant closure.

 

3218

MELALEUCA DISSITIFLORA

A, H

Cineole is a mandatory component of Melaleuca dissitiflora.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c) the container must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres the medicine must also have a child resistant closure.

 

3219

MELALEUCA ERICIFOLIA

A, E, H

Cineole is a mandatory component of Melaleuca ericifolia.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c) the container must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres the medicine must also have a child resistant closure.

 

3220

MELALEUCA LINARIIFOLIA

A, H

Cineole is a mandatory component of Melaleuca linariifolia.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c) the container must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres the medicine must also have a child resistant closure.

 

3221

MELALEUCA OIL

A, E, H

Cineole and cajuput oil are a mandatory components of Melaleuca Oil.

When the plant preparation is oil and the concentration in the medicine is more than 25%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 mL and the medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) ‘Keep out of reach of children’ (or word to that effect)

- (NTAKEN) ‘Not to be taken’.

When the nominal capacity of the container is 15 mL or less, then a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container.

Where the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 mL but less than or equal to 25 mL, then a child resistant closure and restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container.

 

3222

MELALEUCA QUINQUENERVIA

A, E, H

Cineole is a mandatory component of Melaleuca quinquenervia.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c) the container must include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In liquid preparations, when the concentration of cineole OR the concentration of oil or distillate in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres the medicine must also have a child resistant closure.

 

3223

MELICOPE PTELEIFOLIA

A, H

 

3224

MELILOTUS OFFICINALIS

A, E, H

Coumarin is a mandatory component of Melilotus officinalis.

The concentration of coumarin in the medicine must be no more than 0.001%.

 

3225

MELISSA OFFICINALIS

A, E, H

 

3226

MELON

E

 

3227

MENADIONE SODIUM BISULFITE

E

 

3228

MENAQUINONE 7

A

For oral use only.

The medicine must not provide more than 180 micrograms per maximum daily dose in adults, 90 micrograms per maximum daily dose in children between 10-18 years, and 45 micrograms per maximum daily dose in children less than 10 years of age.

 

3229

MENISPERMUM CANADENSE

A, H

 

3230

MENTHA AQUATICA

A, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha aquatica.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

 - (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3231

MENTHA ARVENSIS

A, E, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha arvensis.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3232

MENTHA ARVENSIS LEAF OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour proprietary excipient formulation or fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

The total flavour proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

The total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more 1%.

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha arvensis leaf oil.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3233

MENTHA ARVENSIS OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour proprietary excipient formulation.

The total flavour proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must not be more than 5%.

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha arvensis oil.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statements is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3234

MENTHA HAPLOCALYX

A, E, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha haplocalyx.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3235

MENTHA PULEGIUM

A, H

D-pulegone, menthol and volatile oil components (of Mentha pulegium) are mandatory components of Mentha pulegium.

When the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres, the concentration of d-pulegone in the medicine must be no more than 4%.

When the concentration of d-pulegone in the preparation is more than 4% and the nominal capacity of the container is 15 millilitres or less, the medicine must have a child resistant closure and restricted flow insert fitted on the container.

The medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken';

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect).

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

a) the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 150 mg of Mentha pulegium oil or distillate;

b) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

c) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

d) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

e) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

f) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use:

a) the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 50 mg of Mentha pulegium oil or distillate;

b) the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3236

MENTHA SPICATA

A, E, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha spicata.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3237

MENTHA X CARDIACA

A, E, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha x cardiaca.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3238

MENTHA X PIPERITA

A, E, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of Mentha x piperita.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3239

MENTHADIENYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3240

MENTHANYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3241

MENTHOFURAN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3242

MENTHOL

A, E

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3243

MENTHONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3244

MENTHONE GLYCERINE ACETAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3245

MENTHONE THIOL FRACTION

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3246

MENTHOXYPROPANEDIOL

E

For oral use only.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.04%.

 

3247

MENTHYL 2-HYDROXYETHYL CARBONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3248

MENTHYL 2-HYDROXYPROPYL CARBONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3249

MENTHYL ANTHRANILATE

A

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 5%.

When used in primary sunscreen products, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to this effect); and

- (SUNPRO) 'Wear protective clothing - hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun' (or words to this effect).

 

3250

MENTHYL ISOVALERATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3251

MENTHYL LACTATE

E

 

3252

MENYANTHES TRIFOLIATA

A, H

 

3253

MERCURIC CHLORIDE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

3254

MERCURY

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

3255

MESPILUS GERMANICA

A, H

 

3256

METACRESOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3257

METHACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER

E

Only for use in oral medicines.

 

3258

METHANOL

E

The residual solvent limit is 30 mg per recommended daily dose.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.3%.

 

3259

METHICONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3260

METHIONINE

A, E

 

3261

METHYL 2,6,6-TRIMETHYLCYCLOHEX-2-ENE-1-CARBOXYLATE

E

Only for use in medicines in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

The total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must not be more than 1%.

 

3262

METHYL 2-METHYLBUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3263

METHYL 2-OCTYNOATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3264

METHYL 3,6-DIMETHYLRESORCYLATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3265

METHYL ACETATE

E

The residual solvent limit is 50 mg per recommended daily dose.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3266

METHYL ACETOPHENONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3267

METHYL ACETYL RICINOLEATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3268

METHYL ANISATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3269

METHYL ANTHRANILATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3270

METHYL BENZOATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3271

METHYL BUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3272

METHYL CAPROATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3273

METHYL CAPRYLATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3274

METHYL CARBITOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3275

METHYL CEDRYL KETONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3276

METHYL CHAVICOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

The ingredient is not to be included in medicines intended for oral use.

The quantity of methyl chavicol in a medicine must be no more than 0.01%.

The total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3277

METHYL CINNAMATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3278

METHYL CIS-5-OCTENOATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3279

METHYL CYCLOPENTENOLONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3280

METHYL CYCLOPENTYLIDENEACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3281

METHYL DI-TERT-BUTYL-4-HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3282

METHYL DIHYDROABIETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3283

METHYL DIISOPROPYL PROPIONAMIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3284

METHYL ETHER

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3285

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

E

The residual solvent limit is 50 mg per maximum recommended daily dose.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3286

METHYL EUGENOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3287

METHYL FUROATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3288

METHYL GLUCETH-10

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 3%.

Residue levels of ethylene oxide are to be kept below the level of detection.

 

3289

METHYL GLUCETH-20

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3290

METHYL GLUCETH-20 BENZOATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3291

METHYL GLUCETH-20 SESQUIHYDRATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3292

METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3293

METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUIOLEATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3294

METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUISTEARATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3295

METHYL HEPTANOATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour proprietary excipient formulation.

The total flavour proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must not be more than 5%.

 

3296

METHYL HEPTENONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3297

METHYL HEPTYL KETONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3298

METHYL HEXYL CARBINOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3299

METHYL HEXYL KETONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3300

METHYL HYDROGENATED ROSINATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3301

METHYL HYDROJASMONATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3302

METHYL HYDROXYBENZOATE

E

Medicines containing hydroxybenzoates require the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (TOTBNZ) ‘Contains hydroxybenzoates’ (or words to this effect) if the medicine contains more than one hydroxybenzoate source OR ‘Contains [insert the approved name of hydroxybenzoate used]’ (or words to this effect) if product contains one hydroxybenzoate source.

 

3303

METHYL IONONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3304

METHYL ISOBUTYL KETONE

E

The residual solvent limit is 50 mg per maximum daily dose.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3305

METHYL ISOEUGENOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3306

METHYL ISOVALERATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3307

METHYL JASMONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3308

METHYL LAURATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used as a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3309

METHYL LINOLEATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3310

METHYL LINOLENATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3311

METHYL MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3312

METHYL METHACRYLATE

E

 

3313

METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

When the concentration of methyl methacrylate crosspolymer is greater than 1%, the medicine must not be intended for use on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 4.85%.

 

3314

METHYL METHOXY PYRAZINE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3315

METHYL MYRISTATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3316

METHYL NAPHTHYL KETONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3317

METHYL NONYL KETONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3318

METHYL NONYLENATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3319

METHYL OCTIN CARBONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3320

METHYL PALMITATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3321

METHYL PHENYL CARBINOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3322

METHYL PHENYL CARBINYL-ISO-BUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3323

METHYL PHENYL GLYCIDATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3324

METHYL PHENYLACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3325

METHYL PHENYLCARBINYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3326

METHYL ROSINATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3327

METHYL SALICYLATE

A, E

Not to be included in medicines for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

When used internally, the concentration in the medicine must not be more than 0.001%.

When the concentration of methyl salicylate in a liquid preparation is more than 5% and the dosage form is other than spray, the medicine requires child resistant packaging.

When the concentration of methyl salicylate in a liquid preparation is more than 5% and the dosage form is spray, the medicine does not require child resistant packaging if:

- the delivery device is engaged into the container in such a way that prevents it from being readily removed;

- direct suction through the delivery device results in delivery of no more than one dosage unit; and

- actuation of the spray device is ergonomically difficult for young children to accomplish.

The following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (METSAL) 'Contains methyl salicylate' (or words to that effect).

When for use in topical medicines for dermal application:

i) the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine must not be more than 25%;

ii) the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (PREGNT2) 'Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant' (or words to that effect);

- (CHILD4) 'Do not use [this product/insert name of product] in children 6 years of age or less';

- (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' (or words to that effect);

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to that effect);

iii) if the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine is greater than 1%, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (IRRIT) 'If irritation develops, discontinue use'.

 

3328

METHYL STEARATE

E

 

3329

METHYL THIOBUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3330

METHYL TRIMETICONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3331

METHYL-3-METHYLTHIOPROPIONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3332

METHYL-BETA-METHYL THIOLPROPIONATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3333

METHYL-PARA-TERT-BUTYL PHENYLACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3334

METHYLBENZYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3335

METHYLCELLULOSE

A, E

 

3336

METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application that are rinsed off the skin.

The total concentration of methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone in the medicine must be no more than 0.0015%.

 

3337

METHYLCYCLOHEXADIENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3338

METHYLDIBROMO GLUTARONITRILE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3339

METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL

A

Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 10%.

When used in primary sunscreen products, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to this effect); and

- (SUNPRO) 'Wear protective clothing - hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun' (or words to this effect).

 

3340

METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application that are rinsed off the skin.

The total concentration of methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone in the medicine must be no more than 0.0015%.

 

3341

METHYLMERCAPTAN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3342

METHYLPROPANEDIOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 10%.

 

3343

METHYLSILANOL/SILICATE CROSSPOLYMER

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

 

3344

METHYLSTYRENE/VINYLTOLUENE COPOLYMER

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3345

MICA

E

Only for use when the route of administration is oral, dental or topical.

The concentration in oral medicines must be no more than 2.5%.

The concentration in dental toothpastes must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3346

MICROCALICIUM ARENARIUM

A, H

 

3347

MICROCOCCUS LUTEUS LYSATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.005%.

 

3348

MICROCOS PANICULATA

A, H

 

3349

MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE

E

 

3350

MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX

E

Only for use as an excipient in medicines for topical, oral or oral application routes of administration.

When microcrystalline wax is used as an excipient ingredient, the route of administration 'oral' is only permitted when the dosage form is 'chewing gum'.

 

3351

MILK FAT

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3352

MILK THISTLE FRUIT DRY

A, H

 

3353

MILK THISTLE FRUIT POWDER

A, H

 

3354

MILLET

E

 

3355

MILLETTIA DIELSIANA

A, H

 

3356

MIMOSA ABSOLUTE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3357

MIMULUS GUTTATUS

A, H

 

3358

MINT OIL DEMENTHOLISED

A, E, H

Menthol is a mandatory component of mint oil dementholised.

When the medicine is for topical use for dermal application:

(i) the medicine must not be intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

(ii) the medicine must not deliver more than 25% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use;

(iii) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (EYE) Avoid contact with eyes (or words to that effect).

(iv) if the medicine delivers more than 1% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (SKTEST) If you have sensitive skin, test this product on a small area of skin before applying it to a large area;

- (IRRIT) If irritation develops, discontinue use.

(v) if the medicine delivers more than 5% total menthol when administered according to the directions for use, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

– (MENTH) Contains a high concentration of menthol, which can cause severe skin irritation.

When the medicine is for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must not contain more than 1 gram of menthol.

 

3359

MINTLACTONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3360

MITCHELLA REPENS

A, H

 

3361

MIXED (HIGH-ALPHA TYPE) TOCOPHEROLS CONCENTRATE

A, E

 

3362

MIXED (LOW-ALPHA TYPE) TOCOPHEROLS CONCENTRATE

A, E

 

3363

MIXED TERPENES

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3364

MODIFIED FOOD STARCH

E

 

3365

MOLASSES

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3366

MOLYBDENUM

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient. 

When Molybdenum is sourced from Molybdenum trioxide then the maximum daily dose must be no more than 125 micrograms.

When Molybdenum is sourced from yeast - high molybdenum then the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 62.5 micrograms.

 

3367

MOLYBDENUM TRIOXIDE

A

Molybdenum is a mandatory component of Molybdenum trioxide.

The maximum daily dose of molybdenum from Molybdenum trioxide must be no more than 125 micrograms.

The percentage of molybdenum from molybdenum trioxide should be calculated based on the molecular weight of molybdenum trioxide.

 

3368

MOMORDICA BALSAMINA

A, H

 

3369

MOMORDICA CHARANTIA

A, H

 

3370

MOMORDICA COCHINCHINENSIS

A, H

When Lycopene, Lutein or Betocarotene are declared as components, the plant part is restricted to fruit flesh, fruit peel or seed aril.

 

3371

MONARDA DIDYMA

A, H

 

3372

MONO- AND DI- GLYCERIDES

E

 

3373

MONOBASIC AMMONIUM PHOSPHATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3374

MONOBASIC CALCIUM PHOSPHATE

A, E, H

 

3375

MONOBASIC POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE

A, E, H

When used in a solid medicine containing this ingredient, the pH of a 10 g/L aqueous solution must not be more than 11.5.

When used in a liquid or a semi-solid medicine containing this ingredient, the pH of the medicine must be no more than 11.5.

 

3376

MONOBASIC SODIUM PHOSPHATE

A, E, H

When used in a solid preparation, the pH of a 10 g/L aqueous solution must not be more than 11.5.

When used in a liquid or a semi-solid preparation, the pH of the preparation must not exceed 11.5.

When for oral or sublingual use and the total amount of sodium from all ingredients in the maximum daily dose is more than 120 mg, the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SODIUM) ‘The recommended daily dose of this medicine contains [state quantity and units] of sodium (or words to that effect).'

 

3377

MONOBASIC SODIUM PHOSPHATE DIHYDRATE

E

When used in a solid preparation, the pH of a 10 g/L aqueous solution must not be more than 11.5.

When used in a liquid or a semi-solid preparation, the pH of the preparation must not exceed 11.5.

When for oral or sublingual use and the total amount of sodium from all ingredients in the maximum daily dose is more than 120 mg, the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SODIUM) ‘The recommended daily dose of this medicine contains [state quantity and units] of sodium’ (or words to that effect).

 

3378

MONOETHANOLAMINE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

3379

MONOPHOSPHOTHIAMINE

A

 

3380

MONOPHOSPHOTHIAMINE DIHYDRATE

A

 

3381

MONOPOTASSIUM GLUTAMATE

A, E

 

3382

MONOSODIUM DIHYDROGEN CITRATE

E

When for oral or sublingual use and the total amount of sodium from all ingredients in the maximum daily dose is more than 120 mg, the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (SODIUM) ‘The recommended daily dose of this medicine contains [state quantity and units] of sodium (or words to that effect).’

 

3383

MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE MONOHYDRATE

A, E

 

3384

MONSTERA DELICIOSA

A, H

 

3385

MONTAN WAX

E

 

3386

MORDANT RED 11

E

Permitted for use only as a colour for topical use.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.05%..

 

3387

MORINDA CITRIFOLIA

A, H

Only for use when the plant part is fruit and the plant preparation is fruit juice or fruit powder.

Fruit powder must be produced by freeze drying the whole fruit (excluding the seeds).

 

3388

MORINDA OFFICINALIS

A, H

 

3389

MORINGA OLEIFERA

A, H

 

3390

MORUS ALBA

A, H

 

3391

MORUS BOMBYCIS

A, H

 

3392

MORUS NIGRA

A, E, H

 

3393

MOSKENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3394

MOTHERWORT HERB DRY

A, H

 

3395

MOTHERWORT HERB POWDER

A, H

 

3396

MUCUNA PRURIENS

A, H

Levodopa (of Mucuna pruriens) is a mandatory component of Mucuna pruriens.

The concentration of Levodopa (of Mucuna pruriens) in the medicine must be no more than 1mg/kg or 1mg/L or 0.1%.

 

3397

MULBERRY

E

 

3398

MUNG BEAN

E

 

3399

MURRAYA KOENIGII

A, H

 

3400

MURRAYA PANICULATA

A, H

 

3401

MUSA X PARADISIACA

A, H

 

3402

MUSK KETONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3403

MUSK TIBETENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3404

MUSK XYLOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3405

MUSKS

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient. 

 

3406

MUSTARD

E

Allyl isothiocyanate is a mandatory component of mustard when the plant part is seed.

The concentration of allyl isothiocyanate from all ingredients in the product must be no more than 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/L or 0.001%.

 

3407

MUSTARD OIL

E

Allyl isothiocyanate is a mandatory component of mustard oil when the plant part is seed.

The concentration of allyl isothiocyanate from all ingredients in the product must be no more than 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/L or 0.001%.

 

3408

MUSTARD SEED OIL

E

Allyl isothiocyanate is a mandatory component of mustard seed oil when the plant part is seed.

The concentration of allyl isothiocyanate from all ingredients in the product must be no more than 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/L or 0.001%.

 

3409

MYOSOTIS ARVENSIS

A, H

 

3410

MYRCENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3411

MYRCENYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3412

MYRICA CERIFERA

A, E, H

 

3413

MYRISTIC ACID

E

 

3414

MYRISTIC ALDEHYDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3415

MYRISTICA FRAGRANS

A, E, H

Safrole is a mandatory component of Myristica fragrans.

When for internal use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When for topical use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

When the plant preparation is oil or distillate and the concentration in the medicine is more than 50%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted on the container and requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or word to that effect).

 

3416

MYRISTYL ALCOHOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3417

MYRISTYL LACTATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3418

MYRISTYL MYRISTATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3419

MYROXYLON BALSAMUM

A, E, H

 

3420

MYROXYLON BALSAMUM VAR. PEREIRAE

A, H

 

3421

MYRRH

A, H

 

3422

MYRRH OIL

A, E, H

 

3423

MYRRH RESIN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3424

MYRRHIS ODORATA

A, H

 

3425

MYRSINE AFRICANA

A, H

 

3426

MYRTENAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3427

MYRTENYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3428

MYRTLE ESSENCE MAX

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3429

MYRTLE OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

 If used as a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3430

MYRTUS COMMUNIS

A, E, H

 

3431

N-BUTYL SULFIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3432

N-GLUCONYL ETHANOLAMINE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3433

N-HEXYL 2-BUTENOATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3434

N-NONYL ALCOHOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3435

NAPHTHALENE

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient. 

 

3436

NARDOSTACHYS CHINENSIS

A, H

 

3437

NARINGIN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3438

NASTURTIUM OFFICINALE

A, E, H

 

3439

NATURAL FISH OIL

A, E

When therapeutic indications for this product are made against Vitamin A or colecalciferol (Vitamin D), they are mandatory components of natural fish oil.

When for use in topical medicines, the concentration of Vitamin A in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

When for internal use, the maximum daily dose must be no more than 3000 micrograms of Retinol Equivalents.

When preparations for internal use in adults contain more than 33 micrograms of retinol equivalents per dosage unit in divided preparations or per gram of an undivided preparation, the medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (VITA2) 'WARNING: If you are pregnant - or considering becoming pregnant - do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor or pharmacist [or words to that effect].' NOTE: Position this warning at the beginning of the directions for use.

- (VITA4) 'WARNING - When taken in excess of 3000 micrograms retinol equivalents - vitamin A can cause birth defects.' NOTE: Position this warning at the beginning of the directions for use.

- (VITA3) 'The recommended daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 micrograms retinol equivalents for women and 900 micrograms retinol equivalents for men.'

When for internal use, the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 25 micrograms of Vitamin D.

 

3440

NAUCLEA OFFICINALIS

A, H

 

3441

NELUMBO NUCIFERA

A, H

 

3442

NELUMBO NUCIFERA FLOWER WAX

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

 

3443

NEOHESPERIDIN-DIHYDROCHALCONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%

 

3444

NEOMENTHOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3445

NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIHEPTANOATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 25%.

 

3446

NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIISOSTEARATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%. 

 

3447

NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIOCTANOATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 8.1%.

When the concentration of neopentyl glycol dioctanoate is greater than 5%, the medicine must not be intended for use on damaged skin.

 

3448

NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIOCTANOATE/DIDECANOATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3449

NEOPICRORHIZA SCROPHULARIIFLORA

A, H

 

3450

NEPETA CATARIA

A, H

Pulegone is a mandatory component of Nepeta cataria and must be declared in the application.

The concentration of pulegone in the medicine must be no more than 4%.

 

3451

NERAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3452

NERIUM OLEANDER

A, H

The concentration of equivalent dry Nerium oleander in the product must be no more than 1mg/Kg or 1mg/L or 0.0001%.

 

3453

NEROL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3454

NEROL OXIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a flavour or fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

When used in a flavour, the total flavour proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

When used in a fragrance, the total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3455

NEROLIDOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3456

NERONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

The total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3457

NERYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3458

NERYL-ISO-BUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3459

NICKEL

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

3460

NICOTIANA TABACUM

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

 

3461

NICOTINAMIDE

A, E, H

 

3462

NICOTINAMIDE ASCORBATE

A, E

 

3463

NICOTINAMIDE RIBOSIDE CHLORIDE

A

Only to be used in a medicine where Chromadex Inc (Client ID 68566), who applied to have the ingredient included in this Determination, is the sponsor of the medicine or has given written authorisation to the sponsor of a medicine to include the ingredient in the medicine. This paragraph ceases to be a requirement for this ingredient after 02 December 2021.

Ribose is a mandatory component of Nicotinamide riboside chloride.

Only permitted for use in medicines limited to oral routes of administration.

The maximum recommended daily dose of the medicine must not contain more than 300mg of Nicotinamide riboside chloride.

The following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (CHILD3) ‘Not for use in children under the age of 12’.

When the maximum recommended daily dose of the medicine provides greater than 230mg of nicotinamide riboside chloride, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (PREG) ‘Not recommended for use during pregnancy or lactation’.

 

3464

NICOTINIC ACID

A, E

The medicine must contain no more than 100 mg of nicotinic acid per dosage unit.

3465

NIGELLA DAMASCENA

A, H

 

3466

NIGELLA SATIVA

A, E, H

 

3467

NITRIC ACID

E, H

The concentration of nitric acid in the medicine must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3468

NONADIENOL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3469

NONANAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3470

NONANOIC ACID

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3471

NONFAT DRY MILK

E, H

If the product is for oral ingestion and contains lactose, then the medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (LACT) 'Contains lactose' (or words to that effect).

 

3472

NONIVAMIDE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3473

NONOXINOL 10

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3474

NONOXINOL 12

E

For use in hand scrub formulations for healthcare professionals only.

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3475

NONOXINOL 5

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3476

NONOXINOL 9

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 25%.

 

3477

NONYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3478

NOOTKATONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3479

NOPYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3480

NORDIHYDROGUAIARETIC ACID

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.3%.

 

3481

NOTOPTERYGIUM FORBESII

A, H

 

3482

NOTOPTERYGIUM INCISIUM

A, H

 

3483

NUPHAR JAPONICA

A, H

 

3484

NUPHAR LUTEA

A, H

 

3485

NUTMEG DRY

A, E, H

Safrole is a mandatory component of Nutmeg Dry.

When for internal use then the concentration of safrole from all ingredients in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When for topical use then the concentration of safrole from all ingredients in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3486

NUTMEG OIL

A, E, H

Safrole is a mandatory component of Nutmeg oil.

When for internal use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When for topical use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

When the concentration of Nutmeg oil in the medicine is more than 50%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 mL, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted on the container and requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect).

 

3487

NUTMEG POWDER

A, E, H

Safrole is a mandatory component of Nutmeg powder.

When for internal use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When for topical use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3488

NUX VOMICA DRY

A, H

Strychnine (of Strychnos spp.) is a mandatory component of Nux Vomica Dry.

The concentration of in the medicine must be no more than 1mg/Kg or 1mg/L or 0.0001%.

 

3489

NUX VOMICA POWDER

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

Strychnine (of Strychnos spp.) is a mandatory component of Nux vomica powder.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 1mg/Kg or 1mg/L or 0.0001%.

 

3490

NYCTANTHES ARBOR-TRISTIS

A, H

When the plant part is leaf:

a) methyl salicylate is a mandatory component of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis;

b) not to be included in medicines for use in the eye or on damaged skin;

c) when used internally, the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine must not be more than 0.001%;

d) when the concentration of methyl salicylate in a liquid preparation is more than 5% and the dosage form is other than spray, the medicine requires child resistant packaging;

e) when the concentration of methyl salicylate in a liquid preparation is more than 5% and the dosage form is spray, the medicine does not require child resistant packaging if:

- the delivery device is engaged into the container in such a way that prevents it from being readily removed;

- direct suction through the delivery device results in delivery of no more than one dosage unit; and

- actuation of the spray device is ergonomically difficult for young children to accomplish;

f) the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (METSAL) ‘Contains methyl salicylate’ (or words to that effect); and

g) when for use in topical medicines for dermal application:

i) the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine must not be more than 25%

ii) the following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (PREGNT2) 'Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant' (or words to that effect);

- (CHILD4) 'Do not use [this product/insert name of product] in children 6 years of age or less';

- (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' (or words to that effect);

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to that effect);

iii) if the concentration of methyl salicylate in the medicine is greater than 1%, the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (IRRIT) 'If irritation develops, discontinue use'.

 

3491

NYLON

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3492

NYLON 6/12

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3493

NYLON-12

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3494

NYMPHAEA ALBA

A, E, H

 

3495

NYMPHAEA CAERULEA

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine to be no more than 0.3%. 

Only for use in liquid extracts where the plant part is the flower and the solvent in 100% water.

 

3496

NYMPHAEA ODORATA

A, H

 

3497

OAK CHIPS EXTRACT

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3498

OAKMOSS ABSOLUTE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3499

OAT

E, H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic or excipient ingredient.

Gluten is a mandatory component of Oat when the route of administration is other than topical and mucosal.

 

3500

OAT BRAN

E

Gluten is a mandatory component of Oat bran when the route of administration is other than topical and mucosal.

 

3501

OATMEAL COLLOIDAL

A, E

Gluten is a mandatory component of Oatmeal colloidal when the route of administration is other than topical and mucosal.

 

3502

OCIMENE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3503

OCIMENYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3504

OCIMUM BASILICUM

A, E, H

When the plant preparation is oil or distillate, Methyl chavicol, eugenol, methyleugenol and cineole are mandatory components of Ocimum basilicum.

The concentration of methyleugenol in the medicine must not exceed 1%.

When the concentration of Methyl chavicol in the medicine is more than 5%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres.

When the concentration of Methyl chavicol in the medicine is more than 5% and the nominal capacity of the container is 25 millilitres or less, a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container, and requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect). When the concentration of cineole OR eugenol in the preparation is more than 25%, the nominal capacity of the container must not be more than 25 millilitres and the following warning statements must be included on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

When the concentration of cineole OR eugenol in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres, the medicine must have a child resistant closure and restricted flow insert fitted on the container.

When the concentration of cineole OR eugenol in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is no more than 15 millilitres, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted on the container.

When the preparation is for topical use in the mouth, the preparation may not contain more than 5 millilitres of eugenol and the concentration of eugenol in the product must not be greater than 25%.

 

3505

OCIMUM KILIMANDSCHARICUM

A, H

Camphor is a mandatory component of Ocimum kilimandscharicum.

In solid and semi solid preparations, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 12.5%.

In liquid preparations, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25 millilitres.

In liquid preparations other than essential oils or distillates, the concentration of camphor must be no more than 2.5%.

In essential oil or distillate preparations when the concentration of camphor is more than 2.5%, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted on the container and include the following warning statements on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

In essential oil or distillate preparations, if the concentration of camphor is more than 10%, and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres, the medicine must also have a child resistant closure fitted on the container.

 

3506

OCIMUM MINIMUM

A, H

 

3507

OCIMUM TENUIFLORUM

A, H

When the plant part is oil or distillate, eugenol is a mandatory component of Ocimum tenuiflorum.

When the concentration of eugenol in the preparation is more than 25%, the nominal capacity of the container must not be more than 25 millilitres and the following warning statements must be included on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect); and

- (NTAKEN) 'Not to be taken'.

When the concentration of eugenol in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is more than 15 millilitres but less than or equal to 25 millilitres, the medicine must have a child resistant closure and restricted flow insert fitted on the container.

When the concentration of eugenol in the preparation is more than 25% and the nominal capacity of the container is no more than 15 millilitres, the medicine must have a restricted flow insert fitted on the container.

When the preparation is for topical use in the mouth, the preparation may not contain more than 5 mL of eugenol and the concentration of eugenol in the product must not be greater than 25%.

 

3508

OCOTEA ODORIFERA

A, H

Safrole is a mandatory component of Ocotea odorifera.

When for internal use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 0.1%.

When for topical use then the concentration of safrole in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3509

OCTACOSANOL

E

 

3510

OCTADECANAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3511

OCTADECENE/MA COPOLYMER

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3512

OCTAHYDRO-4,7-METHANO-3AH-INDENE-3A-CARBOXYLIC ACID, ETHYL ESTER

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3513

OCTAHYDROCOUMARIN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3514

OCTAN-1-OL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3515

OCTANAL DIMETHYL ACETAL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3516

OCTANOHYDROXAMIC ACID

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.5%.

 

3517

OCTANOIC ACID

A, E

When for topical use, the concentration in the medicine must be no more than 2% (w/w).

When for excipient use, permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a flavour or fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

When used in a flavour, the total flavour proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

When used in a fragrance, the total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3518

OCTENE-1

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

The total fragrance proprietary excipient formulation in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3519

OCTHILINONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3520

OCTOCRYLENE

A

Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 10%.

When used in primary sunscreen products, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to this effect); and

- (SUNPRO) 'Wear protective clothing - hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun' (or words to this effect).

 

3521

OCTOXINOL 10

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3522

OCTYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3523

OCTYL HYDROXYSTEARATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

3524

OCTYL ISOBUTYRATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3525

OCTYL ISONONANOATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3526

OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE

A

Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 10%.

When used in primary sunscreen products, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to this effect); and

- (SUNPRO) 'Wear protective clothing - hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun' (or words to this effect).

 

3527

OCTYL PALMITATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3528

OCTYL SALICYLATE

A

Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 5%.

When used in primary sunscreen products, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to this effect); and

- (SUNPRO) 'Wear protective clothing - hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun' (or words to this effect).

 

3529

OCTYL STEARATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3530

OCTYLBICYCLOHEPTENEDICARBOXIMIDE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

The medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (OBCARB) 'Contains octylbicycloheptenedicarboximide' (or words to that effect).

 

3531

OCTYLDODECANOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3532

OCTYLDODECETH-25

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 5%.

Residual levels of 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide (and related substances) are to be kept below the level of detection.

 

3533

OCTYLDODECYL CITRATE CROSSPOLYMER

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 12%.

 

3534

OCTYLDODECYL NEOPENTANOATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3535

OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 2%.

 

3536

OCTYLDODECYL XYLOSIDE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines for use in the eye or on damaged skin.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 1.5%.

 

3537

OENANTHATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3538

OENANTHE AQUATICA

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient.

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1mg of the equivalent dry herbal material.

 

3539

OENANTHE CROCATA

A, H

The maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 1mg of the equivalent dry herbal material.

 

3540

OENOTHERA BIENNIS

A, E, H

 

3541

OENOTHERA STRICTA

A, H

 

3542

OKOUBAKA AUBREVILLEI

A, H

 

3543

OLDENLANDIA DIFFUSA

A, E, H

 

3544

OLEA EUROPAEA

A, E, H

 

3545

OLEIC ACID

E

 

3546

OLETH-10

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

3547

OLETH-2

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

Dioxane and Ethylene oxide are mandatory components of Oleth-2.

The concentration of Dioxane in the medicine must be no more than 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/L or 0.001%.

The concentration of Ethylene oxide in the medicine must be no more than 1 mg/kg or 1 mg/L or 0.0001%.

 

3548

OLETH-20

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3549

OLETH-3

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3550

OLETH-3 PHOSPHATE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 0.12%.

 

3551

OLETH-5

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3552

OLEYL ALCOHOL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3553

OLIBANUM OIL

A, E, H

 

3554

OLIGOFRUCTOSE

A, E

 

3555

OLIVE

E

 

3556

OLIVE OIL

A, E, H

 

3557

OMEGA-3 FISH OIL PHYTOSTEROL ESTERS

A

The medicine requires the following warning statement on the medicine label:

- (PREGNT) 'Not recommended for use by pregnant and lactating women (or words to that effect).'

 

3558

OMEGA-3-ACID ETHYL ESTERS 60

A

Docosahexaenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid are mandatory components of omega-3-acid ethyl esters 60.

Only to be used in a medicine where DSM Nutritional Products Pty Ltd  (Client ID 31685), who applied to have the ingredient included in this Determination, is the sponsor of the medicine or has given written authorisation to the sponsor of a medicine to include the ingredient in the medicine. This paragraph ceases to be a requirement for this ingredient after 30 June 2021.

Only permitted for use in medicines that are for oral routes of administration.

The maximum recommended daily dose of the medicine must not provide more than 3750 milligrams of docosahexaenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid combined.

The following warning statements are required on the medicine label:

- (PREGNT) ‘Not recommended for use by pregnant and lactating women’ (or words to that effect);

- (ACOAG) ‘Individuals taking anticoagulants should seek medical advice before taking this product’ (or words to that effect);

- (CHILD3) 'Use in children under 12 years is not recommended’;

- (FOOD) 'To be taken with food’ (or words to that effect).

 

3559

OMEGA-3-ACID ETHYL ESTERS 90

A

Only for use in oral medicines.

The maximum recommended daily dose must not exceed 4000 mg of Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 90, AND must not provide more than 3750 mg EPA, DHA and DPA combined, when used alone or in combination with other sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

The medicine requires the following warning statements on the medicine label: -‘Individuals taking anticoagulants should seek medical advice before taking this product’ (or words to that effect).

-‘To be taken with food’ (or words to that effect).

- 'Not recommended for used by pregnant and lactating women' (or words to that effect).

- 'Use in children under 12 years is not recommended' (or words to that effect).

 

3560

ONION

E

 

3561

ONION OIL

A, H

 

3562

ONONIS SPINOSA

A, E, H

 

3563

ONOPORDUM ACANTHIUM

A, H

 

3564

ONOSMODIUM VIRGINIANUM

A, H

 

3565

OPHIOPOGON JAPONICUS

A, H

 

3566

OPOPANAX CHIRONIUM

A, E, H

When used as an excipient, permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as part of a flavour or a fragrance proprietary excipient formulation.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3567

OPOPANAX OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3568

OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA

A, H

 

3569

ORANGE

E

 

3570

ORANGE FLOWER ABSOLUTE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3571

ORANGE FLOWER OIL

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of orange flower oil.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

3572

ORANGE JUICE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

3573

ORANGE JUICE OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3574

ORANGE OIL

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of orange oil.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

3575

ORANGE OIL BITTER

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavor, the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance, the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

The warning statement (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' or words to that effect must be include on the medicine label unless the medicine is:

a) for internal use;

b) in preparations containing 1.4% or less of orange oil bitter;

c) for use in soaps or bath or shower gels that are washed off the skin.

 

3576

ORANGE OIL BITTER COLDPRESSED

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of orange oil bitter coldpressed.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

The warning statement (SENS) 'Application to skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight' (or words to that effect) must be included on the medicine label unless the medicine is:

a) for internal use; or

b) in preparations containing 1.4% or less of orange oil bitter coldpressed; or

c) for use in soaps or bath or shower gels that are washed off the skin.

 

3577

ORANGE OIL COLD PRESSED

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3578

ORANGE OIL DISTILLED

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of orange oil distilled.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

3579

ORANGE OIL SWEET

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3580

ORANGE OIL TERPENELESS

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of orange oil terpeneless.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

3581

ORANGE PEEL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3582

ORANGE PEEL DRIED BITTER

A, E, H

When used internally, oxedrine is a mandatory component of orange peel dried bitter.

The quantity of oxedrine in the maximum recommended daily dose must be no more than 30 milligrams.

 

3583

ORANGE PEEL OIL SWEET TERPENELESS

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3584

ORANGE ROUGHY OIL

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3585

ORIGANUM MAJORANA

A, H

Arbutin is a mandatory component of Origanum majorana.

The concentration of arbutin in the medicine must be no more than 25mg/Kg or 25mg/L or 0.0025% unless used on the hair.

When for use on hair, the concentration of arbutin in the medicine must be no more than 0.74%.

When the plant preparation is oil or distillate and the concentration of Origanum majoranum oil or distillate within the medicine is greater than 50%:

a) the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 50 millilitre;

b) a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container; and

c)  the following warning statement is required on the medicine label:

- (CHILD) 'Keep out of reach of children' (or words to that effect).

 

3586

ORIGANUM OIL

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other ingredients as a fragrance.

If used as a fragrance the total concentration in the medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3587

ORIGANUM OIL SPANISH

A, E, H

 

3588

ORIGANUM VULGARE

A, E, H

 

3589

ORNITHINE

A, E

 

3590

ORNITHINE ASPARTATE

A, E

 

3591

ORNITHINE MONOHYDROCHLORIDE

A, E

 

3592

ORNITHOGALUM UMBELLATUM

A, H

 

3593

OROSTACHYS FIMBRIATA

A, H

 

3594

OROXYLUM INDICUM

A, H

 

3595

ORRIS

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3596

ORRIS CONCRETE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3597

ORRIS ROOT EXTRACT

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3598

ORRIS ROOT OIL

A, E, H

 

3599

ORRIS ROOT RESIN

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3600

ORTHO-TERT-BUTYLCYCLOHEXYL ACETATE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more 1%.

 

3601

ORTHOSIPHON ARISTATUS

A, H

 

3602

ORYZA SATIVA

A, E, H

 

3603

ORYZANOL

E

 

3604

OSBECKIA CHINENSIS

A, H

 

3605

OSMANTHUS ABSOLUTE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour or a fragrance.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3606

OSMANTHUS FRAGRANS

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3607

OTTELIA ALISMOIDES

A, H

 

3608

OXACYCLOHEPTADEC-11-EN-2-ONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

3609

OXACYCLOHEXADECAN-2-ONE

E

Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application.

 

3610

OXACYCLOHEXADECEN-2-ONE

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a fragrance.

If used in a fragrance the total fragrance concentration in a medicine must be no more than 1%.

 

3611

OXALIC ACID

H

Only for use as an active homoeopathic ingredient. 

 

3612

OXALIS ACETOSELLA

A, H

 

3613

OXIDISED MAIZE STARCH

E

Permitted for use only in combination with other permitted ingredients as a flavour.

If used in a flavour the total flavour concentration in a medicine must be no more than 5%.

 

3614

OXIDISED TAPIOCA STARCH

E

 

3615

OXYBENZONE

A

Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.

The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 10%.

When used in primary sunscreen products, the following warning statements are required on the label:

- (AVOID) 'Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun' (or words to this effect); and

- (SUNPRO) 'Wear protective clothing - hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun' (or words to this effect).

 

3616

OYSTER

E

 

3617

OYSTER SHELL

A, E, H