Aged Garlic Extract

Category: adaptogen

Aliases: AGE, Allium sativum aged

Pharmacological Mechanism

Aged-extract form — converts unstable allicin to stable S-allylcysteine + S-allylmercaptocysteine. Modest BP lowering (~5–8 mmHg systolic) + LDL reduction in meta-analyses. Less GI / odor side effects than fresh garlic.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 6h

Dosing Guidelines

• PO: Typical 1200mg (Range: 600 - 2400 mg)

Target Organ Systems

• cardiovascular