Shark liver oil
Shark liver oil is promoted as a complementary or alternative form of treatment for cancer and other dieseases.The oil is taken from the liver of cold water sharks.It is a rich source of alkylglycerols,chemicals that have anti-cancer properties.
Primary Characteristics
Non-proprietary name: Shark liver oil.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Shark liver oil is primarily indicated in conditions like Cancer, Healing wounds, Immune system weakness.
Contraindications
Shark liver oil is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy.
Dosage
Shark liver oil's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 1.5 caps | 1.5 caps | Every 8h | oral | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Shark liver oil is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Diarrhea, Indigestion , Nausea, Stomachache .
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.27 — Vitamins, minerals, tonics, and other susbstances