DHA Drug Interactions (Cont.)

 
Orlistat (Alli, Xenical)
Orlistat works by blocking the absorption of fat into your body. This action could block the absorption of DHA into the body. To avoid this problem, be sure to take orlistat and your DHA supplement at least two hours apart.
 
Warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)
It is possible that warfarin may interact with fish oil (which contains DHA), increasing your risk of bleeding. It is not yet known how significant this interaction may be or if it applies to DHA as well. Check with your healthcare provider before taking warfarin and DHA together.
 

Final Thoughts on DHA Drug Interactions

It is possible that not every drug interaction with DHA was discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the DHA interactions that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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