What is FISH OIL used for?

FISH OIL (brand name Omegaven) is a Other indicated for See full prescribing information.

What are the most common side effects of FISH OIL?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for FISH OIL. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is FISH OIL the same as Omegaven?

Omegaven is a brand name for FISH OIL. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

FISH OIL

Q: How does FISH OIL work?

FISH OIL works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Omegaven provides a biologically utilizable source of calories and essential fatty acids. Fatty acids serve as an important substrate for energy production. The most common mechanism of action for energy production derived from fatty acid metabolism is beta oxidation. Fatty acids are also important for membrane structure and function, as precursors for bioactive molecules (such as prostaglandins), and as regulators of gene expression..

Other

Brand names: Omegaven

Intravenous

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Omegaven provides a biologically utilizable source of calories and essential fatty acids. Fatty acids serve as an important substrate for energy production. The most common mechanism of action for energy production derived from fatty acid metabolism is beta oxidation. Fatty acids are also important for membrane structure and function, as precursors for bioactive molecules (such as prostaglandins), and as regulators of gene expression.

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

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FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Clinical Decompensation with Rapid Infusion of Intravenous Lipid Emulsion in Neonates and Infants: Acute respiratory distress, metabolic acidosis, and death after rapid infusion of intravenous lipid emulsions have been reported
2 ) • Risk of Infections, Fat Overload Syndrome, Refeeding Syndrome, and Hypertriglyceridemia : Monitor for signs and symptoms; monitor laboratory parameters
6 ) • Aluminum Toxicity : Increased risk in patients with renal impairment, including preterm infants
1 Clinical Decompensation with Rapid Infusion of Intravenous Lipid Emulsion in Neonates and Infants In the postmarket setting, serious adverse reactions including acute respiratory distress, metabolic acidosis, and death have been reported in neonates and infants after rapid infusion of intravenous lipid emulsions

Known Side Effects

13 documented side effects by frequency

Fatigue

>10%

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Dizziness

1-10%

Joint Pain

1-10%

Shortness of Breath

1-10%

Itching

1-10%

Weakness

1-10%

Rash

1-10%

Limb Pain

0.1-1%

Vomiting

0.1-1%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → FISH OIL openFDA label JSON → FISH OIL FAERS adverse-event reports → FISH OIL ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of FISH OIL

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Intravenous