Swanson Milk Thistle 500 mg Capsule
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Swanson Milk Thistle 500 mg in Pakistan
What you are buying
Swanson Full Spectrum Milk Thistle gives you 500 mg of milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum) per capsule. The label lists a single active ingredient, which is the milk thistle seed itself. There are no added blends, and a serving of two capsules provides 1 gram.
Milk thistle is one of the most widely recognized herbs for liver support. Swanson, a US supplement company, positions this product as an affordable, simple everyday option.
This product is a dietary supplement. It does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
What “Full Spectrum” means here
Not all milk thistle products are made the same way. There are two common styles:
- Whole seed (full spectrum): The seed is used as a plant material, so you get the seed’s natural mix of compounds, including silymarin, in the amounts nature provides.
- Standardized extract: The seed is concentrated so that a fixed percentage of silymarin is guaranteed in every capsule.
Swanson’s product is the whole-seed style. The label states the seed amount (1 g per serving) and does not state a silymarin percentage. That is not a flaw, it is simply a different type of product, and buyers should know the difference before they compare prices.
Ingredient breakdown
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) seed |
| Amount per capsule | 500 mg |
| Amount per serving (2 capsules) | 1 g (1,000 mg) |
| Silymarin percentage | Not stated on the label |
| Other ingredients | Depends on the batch you receive. Older labels list rice flour, gelatin, magnesium stearate and silica. Check your bottle |
| Capsule type | Check your bottle: gelatin or vegan |
| Pack size | 100 capsules |
Dosage chart
The label directs two capsules, two to three times per day, with water. Here is what that means in practice:
| Plan | Capsules per day | Milk thistle seed per day | 100-capsule bottle lasts about |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two servings daily | 4 | 2 g | 25 days |
| Three servings daily | 6 | 3 g | 17 days |
Practical tips for Pakistani routines:
- Pair the servings with meals, for example breakfast and dinner for two servings, or add lunch for three
- During Ramadan, a simple split is two capsules at iftar and two at sehri
- If you want to start slowly, ask your doctor or pharmacist before deciding your own schedule
Showdown: which milk thistle product suits you?
This table compares the three liver-support products in our store.
| Swanson Milk Thistle 500 mg | Life Extension Silymarin 100 mg | Pure Encapsulations Liver-G.I. Detox | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Whole milk thistle seed | Standardized silymarin | Multi-ingredient blend |
| Key amount | 500 mg seed per capsule | 100 mg silymarin per capsule | 11 ingredients, 2 capsules |
| Silymarin stated on label | No | Yes | Yes (milk thistle extract standardized to 80% silymarin) |
| Ingredient count | 1 | 2 | 11 |
| Capsules per day | 4 to 6 (per label) | Follow bottle directions | 2 |
| Best for | Buyers who prefer a simple whole-herb product | Buyers who want a stated silymarin amount | Buyers who want liver and gut support in one formula |
If you are unsure, start with what matters most to you: simplicity (Swanson), a stated silymarin amount (Life Extension) or a broader formula (Pure Encapsulations).
Who may consider this product
- Adults who want a traditional, whole-herb milk thistle option
- People who prefer a single-ingredient supplement
- Buyers who like to add one supplement at a time and track how they feel
- Those who want a larger pack of 100 capsules
Who should speak to a doctor first
Swanson’s label advises adults to consult a physician before using the product if they are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition. In addition, check with your doctor if you:
- have allergies to plants in the daisy family (Asteraceae), which includes milk thistle
- have hormone-sensitive concerns
- take regular prescription medicines, because milk thistle may affect how some substances are processed in the body
- have a known liver condition, gallstones or a bile duct problem
In Pakistan, hepatitis and fatty liver are common health concerns. A supplement should never delay testing or replace medical treatment. If you notice yellow eyes, dark urine or ongoing abdominal pain, see a doctor first.
Why order from us
- Imported product from Swanson, a US supplement brand
- Delivery across Pakistan, including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan and Peshawar
- Cash on Delivery available
- Check the seal, batch number and expiry date on arrival
- Message us for today’s price in PKR
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