Australian approved name (AAN): Foeniculum vulgare
Common names and synonyms: Fennel
Plant part used: Fruit
Mandatory components: Methyl chavicol (when plant preparation is oil or distillate)
Maximum daily dose: 150mg Methyl chavicol of plant preparation
Warnings and Restrictions: When used in oral medicines, the following warning statements are required on the label:
CHILD3 – Use in children under 12 years is not recommended.
PREGNT2 – Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant (or words to that effect).
BREASF – Do not use while breastfeeding.
When the plant preparation is oil or distillate and the concentration of methyl chavicol in the medicine is more than 5%, the nominal capacity of the container must be no more than 25mL, a restricted flow insert must be fitted on the container, and the following warning statement is required on the label:
CHILD – Keep out of reach of children (or words to that effect).
Allowable purpose of the ingredient: Active. Excipient. Homeopathic