HEALTH CANADA PRODUCT AUTHORIZATION
Our Commitment to Authorized Products
PHI Medical Aesthetics uses only Health Canada-authorized prescription drugs and licensed medical devices. This page provides information about product authorization and how you can verify the products used in your treatment.
What is Health Canada Authorization?
Before any prescription drug or medical device can be sold or used in Canada, it must be authorized by Health Canada. This authorization process ensures:
Safety and efficacy have been demonstrated
Manufacturing quality standards are met
Product labeling is accurate and complete
Risks and benefits are properly characterized
Types of Authorization
Prescription Drugs (Neuromodulators)
Prescription drugs used in aesthetic treatments must have a Drug Identification Number (DIN) issued by Health Canada. This indicates the drug has been reviewed and authorized for sale in Canada.
Common neuromodulators used in aesthetic medicine include:
Products containing onabotulinumtoxinA
Products containing abobotulinumtoxinA
Products containing incobotulinumtoxinA
Note: Specific product brands will be discussed during your consultation with your healthcare provider.
Medical Devices (Dermal Fillers)
Dermal fillers are regulated as Class III or Class IV medical devices and must have a Medical Device Licence (MDL) issued by Health Canada.
Common dermal filler types include:
Hyaluronic acid-based fillers
Calcium hydroxylapatite fillers
Poly-L-lactic acid fillers
Note: Specific product brands will be discussed during your consultation with your healthcare provider.
Verifying Product Authorization
You have the right to know which products are used in your treatment and to verify their Health Canada authorization.
Drug Product Database
Search for prescription drugs:
Website: https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/
Search by: Product name, DIN, or active ingredient
Medical Devices Active Licence Listing
Search for medical devices:
Website: https://health-products.canada.ca/mdall-limh/
Search by: Device name, licence number, or manufacturer
Product Information Disclosure
During your consultation, your healthcare provider will:
Identify the specific products recommended for your treatment
Confirm Health Canada authorization status
Provide product monograph or device information if requested
Discuss authorized indications for use
Explain any off-label use (if applicable)
Review product-specific risks and contraindications
Product Traceability
We maintain comprehensive product traceability records:
Product name and manufacturer
Lot numbers and expiry dates
DIN or MDL numbers
Supplier information
Storage and handling records
This ensures we can:
Respond quickly to product recalls
Track adverse events to specific product lots
Verify product authenticity
Maintain quality assurance
Off-Label Use
Sometimes, Health Canada-authorized products may be used for indications not specifically listed in their authorization. This is called “off-label use” and is legal when:
The product itself is Health Canada-authorized
A qualified healthcare provider prescribes it
The use is supported by medical evidence
The patient provides informed consent
If off-label use is recommended for your treatment, your healthcare provider will:
Explain why this approach is being recommended
Discuss the evidence supporting this use
Review any additional risks
Obtain your informed consent
Product Safety Monitoring
We participate in post-market safety surveillance:
Monitor for adverse events
Report serious adverse events to Health Canada
Report to product manufacturers as appropriate
Stay informed about safety updates and recalls
Update protocols based on new safety information
Counterfeit Products
PHI Medical Aesthetics purchases all products from authorized Canadian distributors. We do not use:
Products purchased from unauthorized sources
Products imported without Health Canada authorization
Counterfeit or diverted products
Expired products
Questions About Products?
If you have questions about the products used in your treatment:
Before Treatment:
Ask your healthcare provider during consultation
After Treatment:
Contact PHI Medical Aesthetics:
Phone: 825-413-9721 (Marda Loop) or 587-943-7135 (Mahogany)
Email: info@beautyphi.com
Product-Specific Questions:
Contact the manufacturer directly (contact information provided with your treatment)
Regulatory Resources
Health Canada - Drug Product Database:
https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp
Health Canada - Medical Devices:
https://canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medical-devices.html
Health Canada - Recalls and Safety Alerts:
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en
Health Canada - Report a Problem:
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect-canada/
adverse-reaction-reporting.html