Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: Adult |
Dose: Capsules – 1 to 2 capsules Frequency: daily Note: Standard adult dosage typically 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 mL). Specific intake should be guided by component limits. Always check the specific product label as nutrient concentrations vary by brand. |
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Age: Adult Condition: EPA and DHA component |
Dose: Cod liver oil – 250 mg to 500 mg Frequency: daily Note: Recommended intake for healthy adults. Safe upper limit of 5,000 mg daily as established by the US FDA. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Infant |
Dose: Not specified – 1/2 teaspoon Frequency: once daily |
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Age: Child (1-4 years) |
Dose: Not specified – 1 teaspoon Frequency: once daily |
Administration
- Can be taken with or without food
- Take with cold liquid
Side Effect
- Hypervitaminosis
- hypercalcemia
- myopathy
- thrombophloebitis
- fatigue
- weakness
- nausea
- headache
- dizziness
- blurred vision
- flatulence
- diarrhoea
- abdominal pain
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Colestyramine, Colestipol, Orlistat
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May interfere with vitamin E absorption
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Warfarin
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High doses of vitamin E potentiate the anticoagulant action
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for vitamin A and D toxicity
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place protected from light and moisture.
Data Sources
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