Garlic Flashcards
1
Q
latin name
A
allium sativum
2
Q
used
A
primarily for cardiovascular system effects to reduce levels of triglycerides and LDL and raise HDL
also used to reduce blood pressure, suppress platelet aggregation, increase arterial elasticity and decrease formation of atherosclerotic plaque; antimicrobial and anticancer effects
3
Q
effective because
A
allicaeous oils present in raw garlic
4
Q
drug interactions
A
increase effects of anticoagulants
hypoglycemia when used with diabetic agents
