Cod Liver Oil (Vitamin A + D)

Cod Liver Oil is a rich source of Vitamin A and D and is used as a nutritional supplement. It is used for Vitamin A, D & E deficiency, Osteoarthritis, Glaucoma, Hypertension, Depression, Multiple sclerosis, Pain and joint stiffness, Kidney disease, High triglycerides, Heart disease, Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and Middle ear infections (otitis media). Vitamin A plays an essential role in the function of retina and is essential for growth and differentiation of epithelial tissue. Vitamin D is supplemented for prevention and cure of nutritional and metabolic rickets and for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Vitamin E is an antioxidant which preserves essential cellular constituents.

• Nutritional supplements
• Vitamin A, D & E deficiency
• Osteoarthritis
• Glaucoma
• Hypertension
• Depression
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Pain and joint stiffness
• Kidney disease
• High triglycerides
• Heart disease
• Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
• Middle ear infections (otitis media)

Vitamin A plays an essential role in the function of retina and is essential for growth and differentiation of epithelial tissue. Vitamin D is supplemented for prevention and cure of nutritional and metabolic rickets and for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Vitamin E is an antioxidant which preserves essential cellular constituents. Vitamin E plays a role in protecting red blood cells against hemolysis; has protective effects against free radicals on polyunsaturated fatty acids found in cell membranes; plays a role in preventing oxidation of vitamin A and C.

Vitamin A regulates retinal function and tissue growth; Vitamin D maintains calcium absorption and bone health; Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant protecting cells from damage.

Adult Dose: 1-2 capsules 3 times daily with meals.

Pediatric Dose (over 6 years): 1-2 capsules 3 times daily with meals.

Take 1-2 capsules 3 times daily with meals.

If you miss a dose of Cod Liver Oil, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

Common Side Effects:

• Hypervitaminosis
• Hypercalcemia
• Myopathy
• Thrombophlebitis
• Fatigue, weakness
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain

• Use with caution in patients with chronic renal failure.
• Use with caution in patients with hepatomegaly and elevated ESR.
• Consult a doctor before use during pregnancy and lactation.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose.

• Hypersensitivity.

Colestyramine, colestipol, and orlistat may interfere with vitamin E absorption. High doses of vitamin E potentiates the anticoagulant action of warfarin. Large doses of vitamin E may impair response to iron supplementation.

Should be taken with food.

Limited information is available regarding the use of Cod Liver Oil during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before use.

Limited information is available regarding the use of Cod Liver Oil during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before use.

Pediatric dose (over 6 years): 1-2 capsules 3 times daily with meals. Consult a doctor for children under 6 years.

Limited information is available regarding dose adjustment for elderly patients.

Use with caution in patients with chronic renal failure.

Overdose may cause hypervitaminosis, hypercalcemia, or toxicity. Consult a physician if overdose is suspected.

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Vitamin A + D (Cod Liver Oil)