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Is it ok to take garlic supplement after getting flu shot 5 days ago? it has anti - viral affect, can i take it or not?

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

OK to take: Garlic is promoted as beneficial for many things. The things for which the evidence is strongest is improving high blood pressure and preventing colon and stomach cancer if garlic is eaten (not supplements). The evidence for preventing viruses/colds is weaker. It should not interfere with desired antibody production following a flu shot.

Dr Harte and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/20/2014

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