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Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides (Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides)

Overview of Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides

Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides contains triglycerides of of the omega-3 fatty acids, perticularly eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid. In fish these fatty acids are the precursors of eicosanoids and when taken by men Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides compete with the precursor arachidonic acid, and their actions include hypolipidaemia (especially reduction in triglycerides level), anti-inflammatory action and anti-platelet effect. Fish oils are the source of omega-3 triglycerides and preparations such as omega-3 marine triglycerides are thus used in patients with severe hypertriglyceridaemia. These preparations are widely used as a dietary supplements.

Indication of Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides

Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides is primarily indicated in conditions like Hyperlipidaemia.

Contraindication of Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides

No data regarding the contra indications of Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides is available.

Side Effects of Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides

The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Flatulence, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Acne, Bloating, Occasional nausea, Belching, Eczema.

Precautions of Omega-3-Marine Triglycerides

Haemorrhagic disorders, anticoagulant treatment; aspirin sensitive asthma; diabetes mellitus.