GARLIC ODORLESS 500/MG CAP 60/CAP

Benefits & Uses

Primary Benefit

Supports cardiovascular health by promoting healthy blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and circulation without the odor of raw garlic.

Health Claims

Supports healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels; promotes cardiovascular health; provides antioxidant protection; supports immune function; antimicrobial properties.

Common Deficiency Symptoms

Not applicable - garlic is not an essential nutrient with a recognized deficiency syndrome.

Target Population

Adults seeking cardiovascular support, individuals with mildly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol, adults looking for immune support, individuals who cannot tolerate raw garlic odor.

Scientific Evidence Level

Moderate

Onset Timeline

Lipid-lowering and blood pressure effects observed after 4-12 weeks of consistent use; antioxidant effects may begin within days.

Usage & Dosage

Suggested Use

Take 1-2 capsules daily, preferably with meals.

Serving Size

1 capsule

Servings Per Container

60

Best Time to Take

With meals

Recommended Daily Intake

No official RDA established; typical studied doses range from 600-1200mg/day of garlic powder for cardiovascular benefits.

Upper Tolerable Limit

No established UL; doses above 2400mg/day of garlic powder have been associated with increased adverse effects.

Absorption Enhancers

Taking with food improves gastrointestinal tolerance; fat-containing meals may slightly enhance absorption of fat-soluble organosulfur compounds.

Absorption Inhibitors

High-heat processing destroys alliinase enzyme activity; antacids may reduce allicin release from enteric-coated preparations.

Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

Gastrointestinal discomfort, heartburn, nausea, and flatulence at higher doses; increased bleeding time; breath and body odor possible even with odorless formulations at high doses.

Toxicity Risk

Low

Upper Tolerable Limit

No established UL; doses above 2400mg/day of garlic powder have been associated with increased adverse effects.

Safety & Warnings

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to garlic or Allium species; bleeding disorders; scheduled surgery (discontinue at least 2 weeks prior); active peptic ulcer disease.

Children Suitability

Not recommended for children under 12 without medical supervision.

Interactions

Medication Interactions

May enhance anticoagulant and antiplatelet effects of warfarin, aspirin, and clopidogrel; may potentiate antihypertensive medications; may reduce efficacy of saquinavir (HIV protease inhibitor); may interact with cyclosporine and antidiabetic medications.

Supplement Interactions

Additive antiplatelet effects with fish oil, vitamin E, and ginkgo biloba - use with caution; may enhance effects of other blood pressure-lowering supplements.

Special Populations

Target Population

Adults seeking cardiovascular support, individuals with mildly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol, adults looking for immune support, individuals who cannot tolerate raw garlic odor.

Children Suitability

Not recommended for children under 12 without medical supervision.

Storage & Patient Advice

SFDA Storage Conditions

store below 25°c

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Patient Counseling

Take orally (OTC herbal garlic powder 500 mg tablet/cap) with food if it causes stomach upset. Stop garlic supplements about 1-2 weeks before planned surgery or dental procedures due to potential antiplatelet/bleeding risk. Inform your clinician/pharmacist before use if you take anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents (e.g., warfarin, DOACs, aspirin, clopidogrel) because bleeding risk may increase; also discuss if you use antihypertensives or antidiabetic medicines since garlic may modestly lower blood pressure and glucose. Do not use as a substitute for prescribed cardiovascular therapy. “Odorless” products may reduce but not fully eliminate garlic breath/odor.

Science & Evidence

Bioavailability Form

Odorless garlic powder (bulb) - enteric-coated or deodorized processing preserves alliin content while eliminating odor; allicin is released upon digestion.

Water or Fat Soluble

Water-soluble

Scientific Evidence Level

Moderate

Onset Timeline

Lipid-lowering and blood pressure effects observed after 4-12 weeks of consistent use; antioxidant effects may begin within days.

Food Sources

Fresh garlic bulb, cooked garlic, garlic-infused oils, leeks, onions, chives (all Allium family members).

Product Information

Supplement Type

Herbal

Allergen Info

Contains garlic (Allium sativum); individuals with Allium allergy should avoid; free from gluten, dairy, and soy based on standard garlic powder formulations - verify capsule shell composition with manufacturer.

Certification

SFDA registered (Registration No. 1212246411); GMP manufactured by Arnet Pharmaceutical Corp, United States.

Plant Source

Garlic (Allium sativum)

Standardized Extract

Not standardized to a specific allicin percentage; contains alliin as precursor to allicin upon digestion - allicin yield per 500mg garlic powder varies by processing method.

Reviewed by Al Mujtama Pharmacy Medical Review Team. Last reviewed 02-08-2026