Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone
About Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone
Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone helps support heart health and lowers the risk of coronary artery disease. Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone may also be used to treat hypertriglyceridemia and coenzyme Q10 deficiency.
Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone contains Coenzyme Q10 and Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids help support cardiovascular disease by improving blood pressure, heart rate, serum lipids, and vascular reactivity. Coenzyme Q10 helps improve blood pressure, enhance vascular function, and promote energy.
In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as loss of appetite, stomach upset, dry mouth, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Limited information is available regarding the usage of Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone in children, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Uses of Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone
Medicinal Benefits
- Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone consists of three nutritional supplements, namely, Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and Ubiquinone (CoQ10).
- DHA and EPA treat high cholesterol levels in the body.
- It does so by reducing the thickness of the blood and lowering the body's levels of triglycerides.
- Ubiquinone protects the body from damage by chemicals (free radicals).
Directions for Use
- Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone can be taken with food to enhance absorption, or as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Swallow Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush, or break it.
Storage
Side Effects of Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone
- Nausea (feeling sick)
- Vomiting (being sick)
- Diarrhoea
- Anorexia (loss of appetite
- Headache
- Weight loss
Drug Warnings
- Before taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone, inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis due to kidney problems and have a stent in the heart.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking a blood thinner or have bleeding problems.
- Taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone along with medications that also slow clotting might increase the chances of bruising and bleeding.
- This medicine may affect certain lab test results, so tell your lab worker or healthcare provider that you are taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
- It is advised to avoid any dairy products after taking this medicine, as they may cause it not to work well.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
- Do not give Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone or any other herbal/ health supplements to a child unless prescribed by the doctor.
- Alcohol can also worsen the side effects, such as drowsiness and stomach upset. Hence, please avoid alcohol while using Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone is known to interact with medicines used for high blood pressure (captopril, enalapril, losartan, valsartan, diltiazem, amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide), blood thinner (clopidogrel, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen, dalteparin, enoxaparin, heparin, warfarin), medicines used for diabetes (glimepiride, glyburide, insulin, metformin, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone).
Drug-Food Interaction: Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs, as it might affect Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone absorption in the body.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone is known to interact with certain medical conditions like stomach ulcer, a blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, and ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAlcohol may increase the risk of side effects, so do not consume alcohol.
Pregnancy
cautionThere is insufficient data available to establish the safe use of Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone during pregnancy, so consult a doctor before using Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorThere is insufficient data available to establish the safe use of Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone in breastfeeding mothers, so consult a doctor before using Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
Driving
safe if prescribedDocosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone may not affect your ability to drive.
Liver
safe if prescribedDocosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone may be possibly safe when prescribed in patients with liver diseases.
Kidney
cautionDocosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
cautionThere is insufficient data available to establish the safe use of Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone in children, so consult a doctor before using Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat a well-balanced diet. Avoid greasy and processed foods. Avoid foods containing high sugars.
- Keep a check on your weight. Shed excess weight by exercising regularly.
- Do not take stress as it may affect your eating habits.
- Quit smoking and limit alcohol intake.
- Undergo health check-ups regularly as advised by your doctor.
Special Advise
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough food nutrients. Many nutrients are essential for a healthy life. Sometimes, your body is unable to absorb many nutrients, even if you are consuming them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems, such as a weakened immune system, skin problems, heart problems, kidney diseases, respiratory illnesses, or neurological diseases. During pregnancy, a woman's body requires more vitamins, folic acid, and DHA for the baby's development, so consuming these nutrients helps the baby grow.
FAQs
Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone is used to treat nutritional deficiencies.
Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone reduces cholesterol levels in the body and also promotes brain health. It effectively provides essential nutrition and protects the body from damage by chemicals (free radicals).
While using Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone, do not take any other dietary or herbal supplements containing vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, other vitamins or other OTC supplements without discussing with your doctor. Besides this, avoid using foods fortified with vitamin D and high amounts of dairy products.
Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone is possibly safe when used in patients with thyroid problems. However, make sure to inform your doctor before taking this medicine as Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone may interact with levothyroxine used to treat hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 fatty acid. It is a natural part of cells and is an important component of the skin, eyes and brain. It plays an important role in developing the brain during pregnancy and infancy. It is also used in treating high cholesterol levels in the body. It does so by reducing the thickness of the blood and lowering the body's levels of triglycerides.
Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone can be safely used in patients with diabetes unless you have other problems, such as kidney diseases or bone-related problems. DHA in Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone might increase blood sugar. So, it is recommended to inform your doctor before taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone to avoid any risks and monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while taking Docosahexaenoic Acid+eicosapentaenoic Acid+ubiquinone.
