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Cod liver oil

Updated 2 Feb 2023 | Multivitamin preparations

Drugs List

  • cod liver oil liquid
  • SEVEN SEAS SIMPLY TIMELESS COD LIVER OIL ORANGE syrup
  • Therapeutic Indications

    Uses

    Vitamin deficiency - multiple
    Symptomatic relief of muscular and joint stiffness and aches.

    Unlicensed Uses

    Dosage

    Adults

    Mild to Moderate Deficiency

    1-3 capsules three times a day depending on age and the severity of the deficiency

    or

    5-10ml liquid per day depending on age and the severity of the deficiency.

    Dietary Supplement

    1-2 capsules three times a day before meals

    or

    10ml liquid per day.

    Women who are pregnant, lactating or likely to become pregnant should take 1 capsule three times a day or 5ml of the flavoured syrup per day (see ' Pregnancy' and 'Lactation' section). The manufacturers of pure cod liver oil recommend that it should not be taken during pregnancy

    Elderly

    No dosage adjustment necessary - see 'Adult' dose

    Children

    Not all brands are licensed for all indications and in all age groups.

    1-2 capsules three times a day before meals for children over 6 years old

    or

    5ml of the flavoured syrup per day in children over 4 years old.

    The manufacturers of pure cod liver oil do not recommend its use by children under 15 years of age.

    Additional Dosage Information

    Treatment should normally continue for 2 weeks - 2 months or until the deficiency is corrected.

    Precautions and Warnings

    Pregnancy - all trimesters (see 'Pregnancy' section)

    Lactation (see 'Lactation' section)

    Do not exceed the recommended dose.

    Pregnancy and Lactation

    Pregnancy

    Use with caution during pregnancy.

    Doses of vitamins, A, D and E in excess of those recommended should be avoided during pregnancy.

    Lactation

    Use with caution during pregnancy.

    Doses of vitamins, A, D and E in excess of those recommended should be avoided during lactation.

    Overdosage

    It is strongly recommended that the UK National Poisons Information Service be consulted on cases of suspected or actual overdose where there is doubt over the degree of risk or about appropriate management.

    The following number will direct the caller to the relevant local centre (0844) 892 0111

    Information may be obtained if you have access to ToxBase the primary clinical toxicology database of the National Poisons Information Service. This is available via password on the internet (https://www.toxbase.org/).

    Shelf Life and Storage

    Store under cool conditions at or below 25 degrees C
    Protect from sunlight and direct heat

    Reference Sources

    Summary of Product Characteristics for Seven Seas Orange Syrup & Cod Liver Oil from Seven Seas Healthcare dated November 2004

    Summary of Product Characteristics for Seven Seas Cod Liver Oil capsules from Seven Seas Healthcare dated November 2004

    Summary of Product Characteristics for Seven Seas Pure Cod Liver Oil from Seven Seas Healthcare dated September 2004

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