Garlic Oil

Introduction: Garlic Oil is prepared from the whole fresh bulb, the dried bulb and the oil of Garlic. Garlic contains alliin and its transformation products and sulfur containing essential oil. Garlic oil is not present in fresh or dried garlic bulbs, instead the oil is produced by converting water-soluble thiosulfinates to oil-soluble sulfides via steam distillation.

How it works: Garlic reduces total cholesterol (TC), serum triglycerides (TG) and elevates high density lipoproteins (HDL). It prevents platelet aggregation and thrombus formation, stimulates fibrinolysis, prolongs clotting time, reduces low density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation. It also reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure and attenuates age and blood pressure related increases in aortic stiffness and reduces blood glucose levels.

Important Information: 1 to 2 capsules daily for 8 to 18 weeks or as advised by the physician. Concurrent use with antiplatelet agents and anticoagulants might increase the potential for prolonged bleeding.

• Hyperlipidemia
• Atherosclerosis
• Mild Hypertension

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Herbal Supplement

Garlic reduces total cholesterol (TC), serum triglycerides (TG) and elevates high density lipoproteins (HDL). It prevents platelet aggregation and thrombus formation, stimulates fibrinolysis, prolongs clotting time, reduces low density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation. It also reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure and attenuates age and blood pressure related increases in aortic stiffness and reduces blood glucose levels. Steroid saponins interfere with the absorption of total and LDL cholesterol from the intestinal lumen, thereby reducing plasma cholesterol level without adversely affecting HDL levels. Increases catabolism of fatty acid-containing lipids, especially triglycerides.

Garlic inhibits HMG-CoA reductase to reduce cholesterol synthesis, prevents platelet aggregation and reduces blood pressure.

Adult Dose:

• 1 to 2 capsules daily for 8 to 18 weeks or as advised by the physician.

Oral capsule. Can be taken with or without food. Take in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular schedule.

Common Side Effects:

• Gastro-intestinal symptoms
• Changes to the flora of the intestine
• Allergic reactions - rare

Precautions:

• Caution in patients with known allergy to garlic.
• Caution in patients taking warfarin (blood clotting times may double).
• Concurrent use with antiplatelet agents and anticoagulants might increase the potential for prolonged bleeding.

Contraindications:

• No known contraindications. However, caution in patients with garlic allergy and those taking warfarin.

Drug Interactions:

• Concurrent use with antiplatelet agents and anticoagulants might increase the potential for prolonged bleeding.
• Blood clotting times have been reported to double in patients taking warfarin and garlic supplements.

Food Interactions: No interaction found/established.

Use in Pregnancy: No known contraindications. However, consult your doctor before use.

Use in Lactation: Major sulfur containing volatiles from garlic are transmitted to breast milk leading to improved drinking habits of infants.

Pediatric Use: Use as per doctor's advice for children.

Geriatric Use: Use as per doctor's advice for elderly patients.

Renal & Hepatic Impairment: No known restrictions. However, consult your doctor.

Overdose: Overdose may cause gastrointestinal symptoms. Symptomatic treatment should be given.

Storage: Store at a cool, dry place and away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

Garlic Oil Capsule