{"product_id":"efamol-pure-evening-primrose-oil-500mg-softgels-90","title":"Efamol Pure Evening Primrose Oil 500mg Softgels 90","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #8cc739; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES AND BENEFITS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e500mg pure Efamol evening primrose oil per capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural source of omega-6 fatty acids: 755mg omega-6, including 115mg GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), per 2-capsule daily dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade from Efamol's own Rigel® evening primrose, grown in the Netherlands and New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWith natural vitamin E (10mg per daily dose), which contributes to cell protection from free radical damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraditionally taken by women to support skin health and through the monthly cycle, perimenopause and menopause\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmaller 500mg capsules, suitable for adults and children aged 5 and over\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree from dairy, lactose, yeast, sugar, and artificial preservatives and colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e90 capsules (45 days at the adult dose)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEfamol Pure Evening Primrose Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is made only from Efamol's own Rigel® evening primrose, a variety grown to Efamol's specification in the Netherlands and New Zealand. The oil is carefully extracted and blended with natural vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) in a 500mg capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvening primrose oil is a natural source of omega-6 fatty acids, including gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). A daily dose of 2 capsules provides 755mg of omega-6 and 115mg of GLA, plus 10mg of vitamin E, an antioxidant that contributes to cell protection from free radical damage. Evening primrose oil is traditionally taken by women to support healthy-looking skin and to support them through the monthly cycle, perimenopause and menopause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare our range:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a larger pack of Efamol evening primrose oil, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/efamol-pure-evening-primrose-oil-softgels-180\"\u003eEfamol Pure Evening Primrose Oil Softgels 180\u003c\/a\u003e. For evening primrose oil combined with marine omega-3, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/efamol-efamarine-softgels-200\"\u003eEfamol Efamarine Softgels 200\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackmores-evening-primrose-oil-fish-oil-capsules-60\"\u003eBlackmores Evening Primrose Oil + Fish Oil Capsules 60\u003c\/a\u003e. For 1000mg evening primrose oil capsules, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/clinicians-evening-primrose-oil-1000mg-capsules-90\"\u003eClinicians Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg Capsules 90\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackmores-evening-primrose-oil-1000mg-capsules-190\"\u003eBlackmores Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg Capsules 190\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thompsons-evening-primrose-oil-1000mg-capsules-300\"\u003eThompsons Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg Capsules 300\u003c\/a\u003e. For a gelatin-free option, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/good-health-evening-primrose-oil-1000mg-cold-pressed-vegetable-capsules-150\"\u003eGood Health Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg Cold Pressed Vegetable Capsules 150\u003c\/a\u003e. For a higher-GLA alternative from borage seed, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/solgar-super-starflower-oil-1300mg-softgels-60\"\u003eSolgar Super Starflower Oil 1300mg Softgels 60\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer adult daily dose (2 capsules)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEfamol Rigel® pure evening primrose oil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e  providing total omega-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e755mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e  of which gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mg α-TE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapsule shell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBovine gelatin, glycerol (humectant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFree from dairy, lactose, yeast, sugar, and artificial preservatives and colours. Contains bovine gelatin: not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFirst 12 weeks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAfter 12 weeks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdults\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 capsules daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 capsules daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren 5–17 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 capsules daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 capsule daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake with food or drink. Efamol recommends the higher amount for the first 12 weeks to build up the body's stores. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlways read the label and use only as directed. Supplements should not replace a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Take care when combining supplements so that upper safe intake limits are not exceeded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck with your doctor before use\u003c\/strong\u003e if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, take any medicine, or have a medical condition, including epilepsy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck with your doctor before use\u003c\/strong\u003e if you take warfarin or other blood-thinning medicines, or have a bleeding disorder. Stop taking 2 weeks before planned surgery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot for children under 5 unless advised by a health professional. Keep out of reach of young children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy take more for the first 12 weeks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEfamol recommends 6 capsules a day for adults (3 for children) for the first 12 weeks to build up the body's stores of GLA, then 2 capsules a day (1 for children) after that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long will a pack last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the usual adult dose of 2 capsules a day, 90 capsules last 45 days. During the first 12 weeks at 6 a day, a pack lasts 15 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is GLA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is an omega-6 fatty acid found in only a few plant oils, including evening primrose, borage (starflower) and blackcurrant seed oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan children take it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, from 5 years: 1 capsule a day (3 a day for the first 12 weeks). The 500mg capsules are smaller than standard 1000mg evening primrose capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it vegetarian?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The capsule is made from bovine gelatin. For a vegetarian option, see Good Health Evening Primrose Oil vegetable capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Efamol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32874905829507,"sku":"","price":36.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0346\/5337\/2547\/files\/Efamol_Pure_Evening_Primrose_Oil_500mg_Softgels_90.png?v=1794623165","url":"https:\/\/www.ibuypharmacy.co.nz\/products\/efamol-pure-evening-primrose-oil-500mg-softgels-90","provider":"ibuy pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}