Why do Fish Oil and Blood Thinners interact?

Fish oil has blood-thinning effects at high doses (>3g/day) The interaction is moderate.

Fish Oil and Blood Thinners

Q: Can I take Fish Oil with Blood Thinners?

Usually yes, but not at the same time. Fish oil has blood-thinning effects at high doses (>3g/day) Consult doctor if on blood thinners; usually safe at normal doses

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Moderate InteractionIngredientMD curated

Fish Oil and Blood Thinners interact moderately. Fish oil has blood-thinning effects at high doses (>3g/day)

Bottom line: Consult doctor if on blood thinners; usually safe at normal doses

How They Interact

Fish oil has blood-thinning effects at high doses (>3g/day)

Timing

Consult doctor if on blood thinners; usually safe at normal doses

What to do about it

Consult doctor if on blood thinners; usually safe at normal doses

Evidence Sources

IngredientMD curated interaction database

Common Questions

Fish Oil and Blood Thinners may interact. Fish oil has blood-thinning effects at high doses (>3g/day) Consult doctor if on blood thinners; usually safe at normal doses

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