Douglas Laboratories Garlic (Odorless)
Brand: Douglas Laboratories · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Douglas Laboratories Garlic (Odorless) is a supplement containing calcium. For this specific product, data on garlic is not available. Our assessment focuses on the calcium content. Calcium is essential for strong bones and proper nerve function, but it is not a treatment for infections or heart disease despite common beliefs about garlic [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body. It is critical for bone mineralization, helping to build and maintain your bone density. It also supports neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Safety data is critical here. FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by consulting your healthcare provider before taking this supplement. Because calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, you should take it at a different time than those drugs [NIH ODS]. Do not exceed the recommended dose on the label. Data not available for garlic-specific benefits or risks from this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- 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