Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Omega-3 Fatty Acids is an omega-3 fish oil supplement. It is used for high triglycerides and heart and brain health support. In Pakistan it is available as capsules, syrup and tablets, made by 10 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Omega-3 Fatty Acids works
Omega-3 fatty acids reduce the amount of triglyceride the liver produces and help clear fat from the blood. They are also built into cell membranes, where they have mild anti-inflammatory effects and support the normal function of the heart, brain and eyes.
What is Omega-3 Fatty Acids used for?
- High triglycerides and heart and brain health support
Omega-3 Fatty Acids supplements provide EPA and DHA, the long-chain fats found in oily fish. They are taken to support heart, brain and eye health, especially by people who eat little fish. Higher-strength prescription products are used alongside diet and other treatment to lower very high triglyceride levels in the blood. They are not a substitute for prescribed heart medicines.
Side effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 Fatty Acids is generally well tolerated. A few people notice:
- Fishy aftertaste or burping
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Loose stools
See a doctor if you notice unusual bruising or bleeding, or an irregular or fast heartbeat. Get urgent help for any sign of an allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face or difficulty breathing.
Precautions and warnings
- Tell your doctor if you take blood thinners such as warfarin or clopidogrel, as high amounts may slightly increase bleeding.
- Check with your doctor before use if you are allergic to fish or shellfish.
- Taking it with meals can reduce fishy burps and indigestion.
- Keep taking any cholesterol or heart medicines your doctor has prescribed; omega-3 supplements do not replace them.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, choose a product suitable for pregnancy and ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.
Frequently asked questions about Omega-3 Fatty Acids
What is the price of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Omega-3 Fatty Acids products currently in stock range from Rs 178 to Rs 3,375 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Ovaza 1000 mg Softgel Capsule at Rs 178. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Omega-3 Fatty Acids are available in Pakistan?
Omega-3 Fatty Acids is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Romega (A & J Company), Omg, Seamega (Wilson`s Pharmaceuticals), Seas, Orega (Cell Laboratories), Diabetone (Acti-med Pharma (PVT.) Ltd.), Promag (Curem Health Care) and Pregnazon (Health Aid House), along with 6 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
Omega-3 Fatty Acids is generally available without a prescription. Read the leaflet before use and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure, especially for children, during pregnancy, or if you take other medicines.
Can Omega-3 Fatty Acids be used during pregnancy?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, choose a product suitable for pregnancy and ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 14 products containing Omega-3 Fatty Acids from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
