Gamma Linolenic Acid (Gamma Linolenic Acid)
Overview of Gamma Linolenic Acid
Gamma Linolenic Acid is a derivative of linoleic acids (fatty acids of the omega-6 series), that is an essential constituent of the diet. The preparation containing these acids, is used in the symptomatic relief of atopic eczema and mastalgia.
Indication of Gamma Linolenic Acid
Gamma Linolenic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Atopic eczema, Cyclical and non cyclical mastalgia, Pruritus, Ulcerative colitis.
Contraindication of Gamma Linolenic Acid
Gamma Linolenic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy,Breast feeding.
Side Effects of Gamma Linolenic Acid
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Gamma Linolenic Acid, which give rise to further complications include Epilepsy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Gamma Linolenic Acid include Abdominal pain, Loose stool.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Gamma Linolenic Acid are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Rashes, Urticaria, Pruritus, Indigestion.
Precautions of Gamma Linolenic Acid
Caution is advised in those using anticoagulant or antiplatelet (blood thinning) agents.