Omegaven Infusion

Description

Omegaven Infusion is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. It helps in growth and development of body and replenish the body's stores of important nutrients. Omegaven Infusion is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine. It is generally safe to use with no common side effects. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know are pregnant. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. It is advised to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

Introduction

In Nutritional deficiencies Omegaven Infusion is a nutritional supplement that is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. It contains omega-3-fatty acids which are powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants prevent damage to the body due to harmful chemicals in our body known as free radicals. This enhances the overall health of an individual. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

Benefits

Omegaven Infusion is a combination of two nutritional supplements: Eicosapentaenoic acid and Docosahexanoic acid(DHA) which replenish the body's stores of important nutrients.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Omegaven Infusion. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : UNSAFE - Omegaven Infusion is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Omegaven Infusion is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Omegaven Infusion alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Omegaven Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Omegaven Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Omegaven Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Omegaven Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.