Fish Oil

Fish Oil

Key points:

- Fish oil has been reported to have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, and it also result in decreased platelet activity. (beware of procedures)
- Long chain omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), have anti-inflammatory properties when taken in doses greater than 2.7g daily.
- It is safe to use but compliance and cost is an issue as to have the inflammatory effect, patient needs to take quite many tablets per day. The following table is from therapeutic guideline:

References:
therapeutic guideline: rheumatology. Getting to know your drug.