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.
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.