৳ 114.29/unit
Pack: ৳ 114.29
৳ 114.29/unit
Pack: ৳ 114.29
At a glance
Cod Liver Oil 30.5% is a nutritional supplement used for vitamin A and D deficiency, joint pain, heart disease, kidney disease, and various other health conditions.
Indications
- Dietary supplements
- Vitamin A & D deficiency
- Pain and joint stiffness
- Kidney disease
- High triglycerides
- Heart disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- Middle ear infections (otitis media)
Pharmacology
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.
Dosage
Pediatric Dose:
- Infant: ½ teaspoonful daily
- Child (1-4 years): 1 teaspoonful daily
- Child (over 4 years): 1½ teaspoonful daily
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Hypervitaminosis
- Hypercalcemia
- Myopathy
- Thrombophlebitis
- Fatigue, weakness
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
Use in pregnancy
Limited information is available regarding the use of Cod Liver Oil 30.5% during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before use.
Precautions & warnings
- 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.
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause hypervitaminosis, hypercalcemia, or toxicity. Consult a physician if overdose is suspected.
Storage conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.