Capsule

Cod Oil Capsule

600 IU+85 IU+0.3 IU
Unit Price: ৳ 2.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 100.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 20.00

Indications

Cod Oil Oil relieves of joint pains and stiffness. It is used as prophylaxis for vitamin A & D deficiency. For dietary supplementation in pregnancy, infancy, childhood & for adults with poor diet. Cod Oil Oil builds a healthy body, sturdy bones, strong teeth & supports healthy skin. Cod Oil Oil increases resistance against coughs, colds and other infections. It has anti-thrombotic, anti-arrhythmic, anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive effects. It decreases triglycerides and increases high density lipoproteins, facilitates the normal growth, development & function of the fetus and infant's central nervous system. It also improves the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis depression and schizophrenia.

Composition

Each capsule contains-
  • Cod Liver Oil (Type-A) BP 0.30 ml (which contains vitamin A 600 IU)
  • Vitamin D 85 IU
  • Omega-3 fatty acids & Vitamin E (as excipient)

Description

Cod Oil Oil is a rich, natural source of Vitamins-A, D3 and Omega-3 fatty acids. Vitamin A helps to maintain healthy respiratory and digestive tract linings which are the first line of defence against infection. It also supports a healthy immune system. Vitamin-D is essential for the optimal uptake of Calcium from the intestine into the blood and helps maintain normal blood and bone levels of Calcium. EPA (eicosapentanoic acid) and DHA (decosahexanoic acid) are Omega- 3 fatty acids. It is thought that EPA and DHA may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

Pharmacology

Cod Liver Oil is one of the most effective providers of Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin D. It contains Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA: 18%) & Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA: 12%) which are been clinically proven to have positive effects on heart, bone, brain, health. They also help to nourish skin, hair, and nails.

Dosage & Administration

Adults & children over 6 years: 1-2 capsules 3 times daily with meals;
Children (under 6 years): As directed by the registered physician;
Pregnant & lactating women: 1 capsule 3 times daily with meals.

Interaction

Cod Oil Oil should not be taken in conjunction with anti-coagulant medications.

Contraindications

Hypervitaminosis of vitamin A and/or D and the patients who are hypersensitive to vitamin A and/or D. It should not be used in patients having hypercalcemia.

Side Effects

Prolonged usage of large amounts can lead to hypervitaminosis, symptoms of which include dry mouth, rough skin, painful joints swelling, fatigue, anorexia, loss of weight, vomiting and other gastrointestinal disturbances and hypercalcemia, symptoms of which include thirst, dehydration, polyuria, nocturia, abdominal pain, paralytic ileus and cardiac arrhythmias. These may disappear on discontinuation of supplementation.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Moderate dose of vitamin A (8000-10000 IU) is safe in pregnancy & lactation.

Precautions & Warnings

Caution should be exercised in those with chronic renal failure or during renal dialysis & the patients having hepatomegaly & raised ESR.

Therapeutic Class

Specific combined vitamin preparations

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place. Keep away from light and out of the reach of the children.