Eicosapentaenoic acid

Information About Eicosapentaenoic acid

Uses of Eicosapentaenoic acid

Eicosapentaenoic acid is commonly used as a Nutritional supplement.

How Eicosapentaenoic acid Works

Eicosapentaenoic acid is an Omega-3 fatty acid.

Side Effects of Eicosapentaenoic acid

Nausea, Eructation, Vomiting, Abdominal distension, Diarrhea, Constipation, Reduces blood pressure

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Eicosapentaenoic acid Related Warnings

Alcohol Limited Data

There is no information regarding Eicosapentaenoic acid interactions between alcohol and Eicosapentaenoic acid.

Pregnancy Limited Data

There is insufficient information regarding the safety of Eicosapentaenoic acid during pregnancy. Therefore, avoid using Eicosapentaenoic acid in pregnancy.

Lactation Limited Data

There is insufficient information regarding the safety of Eicosapentaenoic acid during lactation. Therefore, avoid using Eicosapentaenoic acid whilst lactating.

Driving Not advisable

Eicosapentaenoic acid may reduce blood pressure especially taken with antihypertensive medications. Therefore, avoid using Eicosapentaenoic acid if symptoms related to hypotension occur.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Eicosapentaenoic acid can be used in patients with severe kidney disease as it may confer some benefits in patients with end stage renal disease based on studies.

Liver Limited Data

Eicosapentaenoic acid is generally safe and well tolerated in patients with liver disease.