DHA 200 mg Capsule belongs to the class of medications called ‘antihyperlipidemic’ used to treat high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) and heart diseases. It may also improve attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) (mental health disorder), reduces the risk of preterm births, reduces the risk of certain cancers, and delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (progressive memory loss) in older adults. 

DHA 200 mg Capsule contains ‘docosahexaenoic acid’, which is an antihyperlipidemic agent. It is an omega-3 fatty acid and can reduce triglyceride levels and increase high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) levels in the body. This effect helps in reducing the risk of heart disease. It also has anticoagulant (decreases blood clotting) and anti-inflammatory (treats inflammation) properties. It helps in improving brain health and promotes the brain development of an unborn baby when used during pregnancy. It improves learning abilities when used in children.

Take DHA 200 mg Capsule as directed by your doctor. The common side-effects of DHA 200 mg Capsule are abdominal pain, bloating, nosebleeds, mild diarrhea, fatigue, skin irritation or burning, drowsiness, decrease in platelet count, and vitamin A and D toxicity. Bloating and diarrhea can be decreased if this medicine is taken with meals. Seek medical attention if these side effects do not go away or get worsen.

Do not take DHA 200 mg Capsule if you are allergic to docosahexaenoic acid or fish oils. It should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders and aspirin sensitivity. Before taking DHA 200 mg Capsule , inform your doctor if you have diabetes or high blood pressure. It is considered safe when used in children, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers when consumed in recommended doses.

DHA 200 mg Capsule contains ‘docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)’ which is an omega-3 fatty acid. It is naturally produced in the body and abundantly found in the brain and eye. It is also naturally found in breast milk. When given during pregnancy, it can promote brain and eye health in the fetus and also decreases the risk of premature delivery. It improves learning, performance, and memory in children. It is also available in infant formula preparations. In adults, it helps to fight against Alzheimer’s disease, heart diseases, and cancer.

• Abdominal pain
• Bloating
• Bleeding
• Mild diarrhoea
• Fatigue

Do not take DHA 200 mg Capsule if you are allergic to docosahexaenoic acid or fish oils. It should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders, aspirin sensitivity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. It is considered safe when used in children, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers when consumed in recommended doses. Prolonged use of DHA 200 mg Capsule  may increase levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), i.e. bad cholesterol. So, monitor LDL levels periodically during therapy. 

Drug-Drug interactions: DHA 200 mg Capsule may interact with blood thinners (warfarin, clopidogrel, and aspirin) and slow down blood clotting. This medicine may also interact with medicines used to treat high blood pressure (captopril, enalapril, losartan, and valsartan, etc.).

Drug-Food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease interactions: DHA 200 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders, diabetes, and high blood pressure (hypertension).

• WARFARIN
• CLOPIDOGREL
• ASPIRIN
• CAPTOPRIL
• ENALAPRIL
• LOSARTAN
• VALSARTAN

• Prefer eating a meal that contains plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Opt for non-fat dairy products and lean meats.
• Avoid greasy and processed foods. Avoid foods containing high sugars.
• Monitor your cholesterol levels regularly as advised by your doctor.
• Keep a check on your weight. Shed excess weight by exercising regularly.
• Do not take stress as it may show an effect on your eating habits.
• Quit smoking and limit alcohol intake.

• DHA 200 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with known hypersensitivity to fish and/or shellfish. 
• Monitor liver enzymes like ALT and AST levels periodically during therapy.  

High cholesterol: It is the presence of high amounts of low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) in the blood. This condition reduces the blood flow and increases the risk of heart diseases such as heart attack or stroke. It has no symptoms and can be identified only by performing a blood test.

Heart disease: It is also called cardiovascular disease. It is a condition in which blood flow to the heart is decreased due to various factors such as high cholesterol (builds up in the walls of blood vessels), narrowing of blood vessels, and blockage of the blood vessel by a clot.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): It is a chronic condition seen that causes hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. It often begins in childhood and may continue into adulthood. 

Alzheimer's disease: It is a progressive memory loss disease in which brain cells degenerate and die.