NOW Foods Oregano Oil 55% Carvacrol – 90 Softgels
NOW Foods Oregano Oil 55% Carvacrol – 90 Softgels
NOW Foods Oregano Oil 55% Carvacrol is a food supplement of oregano oil (Origanum vulgare) standardised to a minimum of 55% carvacrol, supplied as 90 enteric-coated softgels with 181 mg of oregano oil per softgel.
Each softgel also contains 17.6 mg of ginger oil and 19.3 mg of fennel oil, carried in extra virgin olive oil. The softgel shell is bovine gelatin with an enteric coating, so this product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. The enteric coating is a formulation feature designed so the softgel passes through the stomach before the contents are released. No EU health claim is authorised for oregano oil, carvacrol, ginger oil or fennel oil, and none is made on this page. If you are researching what oregano oil is and what has and has not been studied, read our oregano oil Ireland evidence guide.
At a glance
- Type: Oregano oil food supplement, enteric-coated softgels
- Oregano oil per softgel: 181 mg (0.2 ml) Origanum vulgare, standardised to a minimum of 55% carvacrol
- Also per softgel: 17.6 mg ginger oil (Zingiber officinale), 19.3 mg fennel oil (Foeniculum vulgare)
- Carrier and shell: extra virgin olive oil in a bovine gelatin softgel with enteric coating; not vegetarian
- Pack: 90 softgels, 1 softgel per serving, 90 servings; label directions 1 softgel 1 to 3 times daily with food
- Regulatory status: food supplement under FSAI oversight in Ireland, not a medicine; no authorised EU health claim
- Delivery: ships from Dublin by tracked DPD, free over €75, no customs charges
Supplement facts
| Per 1 softgel | Amount | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Oregano Oil (Origanum vulgare), min. 55% carvacrol | 181 mg (0.2 ml) | No NRV established |
| Ginger Oil (Zingiber officinale) | 17.6 mg (0.02 ml) | No NRV established |
| Fennel Oil (Foeniculum vulgare) | 19.3 mg (0.02 ml) | No NRV established |
Ingredients: Oregano Oil (Origanum vulgare), Fennel Oil (Foeniculum vulgare), Ginger Oil (Zingiber officinale), softgel capsule [bovine gelatin (BSE-free), glycerin, water, enteric coating, carob], extra virgin olive oil. Allergen information: contains no ingredients derived from yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish; produced in a facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. Do not take if you are allergic to oregano, fennel or ginger. Natural colour variation may occur.
Key features
- 181 mg of oregano oil per softgel, standardised to a minimum of 55% carvacrol, stated on the label
- Three named botanical oils with exact amounts: oregano, ginger and fennel
- Enteric-coated softgel, a formulation feature intended to delay release until after the stomach
- Carried in extra virgin olive oil; no yeast, wheat, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients
- 90 softgels per bottle; at one softgel daily that is 90 days, at three daily it is 30 days
- Kosher and halal certification shown by NOW Foods for this product
- Stocked in and shipped from Dublin; Probiotic.ie is an authorised Irish retailer of NOW Foods
What the carvacrol percentage means
Oregano oil is the essential oil distilled from the leaves of Origanum vulgare. Its two main phenols are carvacrol and thymol. Carvacrol content varies widely between oregano species, subspecies and crops, which is why a label that states a minimum carvacrol percentage gives you a measurable figure to compare, while terms such as "wild" or "10:1" do not (Leyva-López et al., Molecules, 2017, PMID 28613267).
This product states a minimum of 55% carvacrol in 181 mg of oregano oil. That works out at approximately 100 mg of carvacrol per softgel. This figure is an estimate calculated from the label minimum, not a figure printed on the label, and the actual content may be higher because 55% is a floor.
Which oregano oil is right for you?
NOW Foods Oregano Oil is the choice if you want a stated carvacrol percentage and an enteric coating. If you prefer a larger pack at one softgel a day, Swanson Oregano Oil 10:1 Extract, 120 softgels contains 150 mg of oregano oil extract per softgel in extra virgin olive oil; its label does not state a carvacrol percentage.
- Compare all oregano oil softgels available in Ireland
- Oregano oil Ireland evidence guide: what oregano oil is, how to read a label, and what the research does and does not show
How to take
Adults aged 18 and over: take 1 softgel 1 to 3 times daily with food. Swallow whole; do not chew or open the enteric-coated softgel. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Food supplement, not a medicine. This product is a food supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or health condition. No authorised EU health claim is made for oregano oil, carvacrol, ginger oil or fennel oil on this page. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
What is NOW Foods Oregano Oil 55% Carvacrol?
It is a food supplement of oregano oil (Origanum vulgare) standardised to a minimum of 55% carvacrol, supplied as 90 enteric-coated softgels. Each softgel contains 181 mg of oregano oil, 17.6 mg of ginger oil and 19.3 mg of fennel oil in extra virgin olive oil. It is made by NOW Foods in the USA and sold in Ireland by Probiotic.ie as an authorised retailer.
How much carvacrol is in each softgel?
The label states 181 mg of oregano oil standardised to a minimum of 55% carvacrol. That is approximately 100 mg of carvacrol per softgel. This is an estimate calculated from the label minimum, not a figure printed on the label; because 55% is a minimum, the actual content may be higher.
What else is in the softgel besides oregano oil?
Each softgel also contains 17.6 mg of ginger oil (Zingiber officinale) and 19.3 mg of fennel oil (Foeniculum vulgare), carried in extra virgin olive oil. The softgel shell is made of bovine gelatin (BSE-free), glycerin, water, enteric coating and carob. Do not take this product if you are allergic to oregano, fennel or ginger.
What does enteric-coated mean?
An enteric coating is a layer on the softgel designed to stay intact in the stomach and dissolve further along the digestive tract, so the contents are released after the softgel has passed through the stomach. It is a formulation feature of this product. Swallow the softgel whole; chewing or opening it removes the coating.
Is oregano oil legal in Ireland?
Yes. Oregano oil softgels are sold in Ireland as food supplements under EU and Irish food law, overseen by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). They are not medicines. No health claim for oregano oil or carvacrol is authorised in the EU, so no claim is made for this product.
Is NOW Foods Oregano Oil suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
No. The softgel shell is made from bovine gelatin, so this product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. The oregano, ginger and fennel oils and the olive oil carrier are plant-derived, but the capsule is not.
How do I take oregano oil softgels and how long does a bottle last?
The label directions are 1 softgel 1 to 3 times daily with food, for adults aged 18 and over. A bottle of 90 softgels lasts 90 days at one softgel a day, 45 days at two a day, or 30 days at three a day. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Are there any precautions?
This product is for adults only and is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not take it if you are allergic to oregano, fennel or ginger. If you take medication or are under medical supervision, speak to your GP or pharmacist before use. Stop and seek advice if any adverse reaction occurs. Keep out of reach of children.
Is this the same as oregano essential oil?
No. Oregano essential oil sold in dropper bottles for aromatherapy is undiluted and is not intended to be swallowed. This product contains a measured 181 mg of oregano oil diluted in extra virgin olive oil inside a softgel, made and labelled for oral use as a food supplement.
Where does it ship from and are there customs charges?
Every order is stocked in and shipped from Dublin by tracked DPD, with free delivery on orders over €75. Because the stock is already in Ireland, no customs charges or import fees apply.
Product details: NOW Foods · Oregano Oil 55% Carvacrol · 90 enteric-coated softgels · 1 softgel per serving · bovine gelatin softgel, not vegetarian · Probiotic.ie is an authorised Irish retailer of NOW Foods.
Advisory information (Ireland)
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. This product is a food supplement, not a medicine, and is sold under EU and Irish food law overseen by the FSAI.
For adults aged 18 and over. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are taking any medication or are under medical supervision, consult your GP or pharmacist before use.
Do not take if you are allergic to oregano, fennel or ginger. Contains bovine gelatin. Produced in a facility that processes yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish and shellfish ingredients.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Discontinue use and seek medical advice if any adverse reaction occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the seal under the cap is broken or missing. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Reference (cited for what oregano oil and carvacrol are and how label standardisation works, not for any effect of this product):
- Leyva-López N, Gutiérrez-Grijalva EP, Vazquez-Olivo G, Heredia JB. Review of oregano essential oil composition and carvacrol variation. Molecules. 2017;22(6):989. PMID 28613267.