How
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
interacts with
Bile acid sequestrants
Interaction Type:
Interactions
Interaction Rating:
Potential/Theoretical
These medications decrease the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients such as omega-3. Supplementation with the affected nutrient(s) may be necessary.
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1
), (
1
)
These drugs include
cholestyramine, colestipol, colesevelam.
References
View Abstract:
Schwarz KB, Goldstein PD, Witztum JL, et al. Fat-soluble Vitamin Concentrations in Hypercholesterolemic Children Treated with Colestipol. Pediatrics. Feb1980;65(2):243-50.
View Abstract:
Knodel LC, Talbert RL. Adverse Effects of Hypolipidaemic Drugs. Med Toxicol. Jan1987;2(1):10-32.
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