Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and Liver disease

• Generic Name: omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Divista, Fish Oil, Lovaza, MegaKrill, Nature's Bounty Red Krill Oil, Prenatal DHA, TheraTears Nutrition, Vascazen, Vayarin, Wellbaby DHA, Sea-Omega, Marine Lipid Concentrate, Super-EPA, MaxEPA, Proepa, Omega-500, EPA Fish Oil, Omega-3, Icar Prenatal Essential Omega-3, Omacor, Sea-Omega 30, Sea-Omega 70, Mi-Omega, Mi-Omega NF, Animi-3, MaxiVision Omega-3 Formula, MaxiTears Dry Eye Formula, Fish Oil Ultra, TherOmega, Animi-3 with Vitamin D, Flex Omega Benefits, Dry Eye Omega Benefits, Cardio Omega Benefits, Mom's Omega Advantage, Omega Essentials, Omega Essentials Basic, TherOmega Sport, Triple Strength Red Krill Oil, Salmon Oil, Dual Spectrum Omega-3, Disney Omega-3 Gummies, Epanova, Ovega-3 Vegetarian, Omega-3 D-3 Wellness Pack, Vayacog, Vayarin Plus, Triklo

There are many brands and forms of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are found in oil from certain types of fish, vegetables, and other plant sources. These fatty acids are not made by the body and must be consumed in the diet. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids work by lowering the body's production of triglycerides. High levels of triglycerides can lead to coronary artery disease, heart disease, and stroke.

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are used together with diet and exercise to help lower triglyceride levels in the blood.

It is not known if omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids will prevent a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about your risk factors.

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.