Cod Liver Oil 600 IU+85 IU+0.3 IU (Capsule)

Indications

• Relieves joint pains and stiffness
• Prophylaxis for vitamin A & D deficiency
• Dietary supplementation for pregnancy, infancy, childhood, and poor diet
• Builds sturdy bones, strong teeth, and healthy skin
• Increases resistance against coughs, colds, and infections
• Has anti-thrombotic, anti-arrhythmic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-hypertensive effects
• Decreases triglycerides and increases high density lipoproteins
• Facilitates the normal growth, development, and function of the fetus and infant's central nervous system
• Improves 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

• Rich, natural source of Vitamins-A, D3, and Omega-3 fatty acids
• Vitamin A helps maintain healthy respiratory and digestive tract linings
• Vitamin D is essential for optimal uptake of Calcium and maintaining normal blood and bone levels
• EPA and DHA are Omega-3 fatty acids that may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease

Pharmacology

• Effective provider of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
• Excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin D
• Contains Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA: 18%) & Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA: 12%)
• Clinically proven positive effects on heart, bone, and brain health
• Nourishes 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

Should not be taken in conjunction with anti-coagulant medications

Contraindications

• Hypervitaminosis of vitamin A and/or D
• Hypersensitivity to vitamin A and/or D
• Hypercalcemia

Side Effects

• Prolonged usage of large amounts can lead to hypervitaminosis
• Symptoms include dry mouth, rough skin, painful joints swelling, fatigue, anorexia, loss of weight, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal disturbances
• Hypercalcemia symptoms include thirst, dehydration, polyuria, nocturia, abdominal pain, paralytic ileus, and cardiac arrhythmias
• Symptoms 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 children

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• Codliv 600 IU+85 IU+0.3 IU (Capsule) - pacific-pharmaceuticals-ltd