Cod Liver Oil

Drug #1297

Cod Liver Oil is a partially destearinated fixed oil obtained from fresh livers of Gadus morrhua and other species of the Family Gadidae and used as source of vitamin A and D.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Natural origin.

Solubility in Water: insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: slightly soluble · Non-proprietary name: Cod Liver Oil.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Cod Liver Oil has an pre-systemic (first-pass) metabolism accounts for 50%.

Indications

Cod Liver Oil is primarily indicated in conditions like Burns, Ulcers, Vitamin deficiency, Wounds.

Contraindications

Cod Liver Oil is contraindicated in conditions like Asthma, Diabetes mellitus.

Dosage

Cod Liver Oil's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
20 ml	20 ml	Every 24h	PO	For lowering triglycerides and blood pressure.
30 ml	30 ml	Every 24h	PO	For high cholestrol..
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Cod Liver Oil is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Bad breadth, Gastric discomfort, Heart burn, Nausea.

Warnings / Precautions

Cod liver oil should be used with caution in patients with any skin infections, skin disorders, are sensitive to any topical lotions or creams or if have any allergy. It should be used with caution during pregnancy or lactation.

Available Brands

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Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Caps

0.32 ml 77 mg

Syrup

0.1 IU/5ml 0.1 mg/5ml

Storage Conditions

Cod Liver Oil should be stored Oint, Caps.

Drug Classification

1.27 — Vitamins, minerals, tonics, and other susbstances

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Cod Liver Oil in Pakistan:

Alina