Silymarin
by NOW · Powder
Supplement facts from the label of Silymarin by NOW: Milk Thistle extract 350 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milk Thistle extract (Silymarin Flavonoids) | 350 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Women (not pregnant or lactating) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1/8 level teaspoon daily in juice or water, with food. Do not exceed recommended dose.
Precautions re: All Other: Do not exceed recommended dose.
Formula re: Contains: Silymarin (Silybum marianum), also known as Milk Thistle, has been used by traditional herbalists for centuries. Scientific studies have indicated that constituents in Silymarin may help to support healthy liver function.
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Not recommended for pregnant/nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication, or have a medical condition especially gall bladder dysfunction).
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).