Swanson Premium Brand Garlic Oil
Brand: Swanson Premium Brand · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Swanson Premium Brand Garlic Oil is not supported by the data provided. The product label and ingredient information are listed as “See label,” and no specific health benefits, mechanisms, or studies for garlic oil are included in the data. For a general supplement like this, we rely on the ingredient data available, but here the only detailed ingredient data is for calcium, not garlic. This means our assessment is limited: we cannot confirm any specific health effects for this product based on the information given [Data not available].
How it works
Without specific data on garlic oil, we turn to the only ingredient with mechanism details in the data: calcium. Calcium works as a master regulator for bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition, and also aids neuromuscular relaxation for muscle and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, since Swanson Premium Brand Garlic Oil is a garlic supplement, not a calcium supplement, this mechanism does not apply to your product. No mechanism of action for garlic oil is provided in the data.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but this number is not specific to Swanson Premium Brand Garlic Oil [FDA data]. For calcium, the data notes that high intakes might increase risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and can cause side effects like constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and poor muscle tone [NIH ODS]. However, these side effects are for calcium, not garlic oil. No side effects specific to garlic oil are listed in the provided data. Interactions for calcium include reduced absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Again, these do not apply to garlic oil based on the data given.
Our recommendation
Based on the data provided, we cannot make a specific recommendation for Swanson Premium Brand Garlic Oil. The key ingredient data is missing, and no studies or health claims for garlic oil are included. If you are considering this supplement, consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice. For general supplement safety, remember that the FDA tracks adverse events, but without product-specific data, it is best to proceed with caution and seek products with transparent, evidence-backed ingredients [Data not available].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Swanson Premium Brand |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 500.0 Softgel(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide