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Garlic

Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract [EPC], Non-Standardized Plant Allergenic Extract [EPC]

Prepared 19 Sep 2026

What it is used for

It is said to have expectorant, diaphoretic, disinfectant, diuretic, antimicrobial, lipid-lowering, fibrinolytic, antiplatelet and cancer protective effects. Clinical selection for Garlic should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract [EPC], Non-Standardized Plant Allergenic Extract [EPC]. Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.

Warnings

Warnings For oral (sublingual) use. Ask a doctor before use in children under 6 years of age. Stop use and ask doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen. If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a doctor before use. Keep out of reach of children.

Possible side effects

Adverse reactions vary by agent. Counsel on common predictable effects and serious warning symptoms (allergy, severe rash, jaundice, unusual bleeding, severe GI symptoms, neurological changes). Report suspected ADRs via national pharmacovigilance channels.

Storage

Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.

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