Allii sativi bulbus, garlic clove.  

Garlic bulbs, consisting of fresh or carefully dried bulbs that consist of the main bulb with several secondary bulbs (cloves) of Allium sativum L.  [Fam.  Alliaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  

Garlic contains alliin and its degradation products and sulfur-containing essential oil.  

Supportive to dietary measures at elevated levels of lipids in blood.  

Preventative measures for age-dependent vascular changes.  

None known.  

In rare instances there may be gastrointestinal symptoms, changes to the flora of the intestine, or allergic reactions.  

Note:The odor of garlic may pervade the breath and skin.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

Average daily dosage:

• 4 g fresh garlic;
• equivalent preparations.  

The minced bulb and preparations thereof for internal use.  

AntibacterialAntimycoticLipid-loweringInhibition of platelet aggregationProlongation of bleeding and clotting timeEnhancement of fibrinolytic activity