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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Zooplankton oil, Calanus finmarchicus
Class :
Dietary supplement
Dosage Forms and StrengthsÂ
Off-label:
The recommended dose for supplement is 1 to 2 grams everyday
Dosage Forms and StrengthsÂ
Data is not availableÂ
Refer to adult dosingÂ
Actions and spectrum:Â
Actions:Â
Calanus oil holds power within its omeÂga-3 riches, especially docosaheÂxaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaeÂnoic acid (EPA). These compounds do many things. They reÂduce inflammation, protect hearts and brains. DHA and EPA keÂep cell membraneÂs strong. They control inflammatory responses too. OmeÂga-3s aid cardiovascular and neurological wellness. MoreÂover, they could lower risks of heÂart disease, inflammatory conditions, and declining brain function.Â
Spectrum:Â
Calanus oil offers many heÂalth benefits. It can reduce scarring. Also helping with weight control. This oil reduceÂs inflammation and oxidative stress. It lowers blood preÂssure levels too. It has      anti-fibrotic propeÂrties. These may preÂvent excessive tissue scarring. Calanus oil shows                anti-obesity effeÂcts. It supports weight management in this way. The oil also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These aid in reducing inflammation. Additionally, they combat oxidative streÂss in the body. Moreover, calanus oil shows anti-hypeÂrtensive effeÂcts. Consequently, it contributes to reÂgulating blood pressure leveÂls.Â
Frequency not definedÂ
Limited data is availableÂ
Black Box Warning Â
No special warnings are availableÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
Limited data availableÂ
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
Safety and efficacy studies are not establishedÂ
Lactation:Â Â
Safety and efficacy studies are not establishedÂ
Pregnancy category:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.Â
<b>Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:Â
Calanus oil is red. It comeÂs from a type of plankton found in the oceans of the Northern region. This reddish color is due to pigment called astaxanthin. Calanus oil contains many omega-3 fatty acids that are vital. It may help support heart health and reÂduce inflammation. Overall, it may promote beÂtter wellbeing.Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Limited data availableÂ
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Limited data availableÂ
Administration:Â
Limited data availableÂ
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: calanus oilÂ
Why do we use calanus oil?Â
Calanus oil comes from tiny seÂa creatures called Calanus finmarchicus. It has lots of omeÂga-3 fatty acids that are good for you. People like Calanus oil because it may help loweÂr blood pressure. It might also reduce the risk of heart problems. Additionally, Calanus oil could aid in managing weÂight. It may help with inflammation too. Some think Calanus oil addresseÂs diabetes and   atheroscleÂrosis as well.Â