Over-the-counter medication · Omega-3 Supplement

omega-3 fatty acids

Also sold as Fish Oil, Lovaza. This supplement provides omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for overall health.

Data updated 2026-05-15

1
InteractionFew interactions
$8.08
Generic price (NADAC)

omega-3 fatty acids (Fish Oil) is an over-the-counter Omega-3 Supplement. This supplement provides omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for overall health.

This medicine is an omega-3 fatty acid supplement. It contains omega-3 acids, folic acid, and vitamins to help support your health.

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Drug Pricing (NADAC)

Generic Price

$8.08/unit

Generic Available

Yes (0 manufacturers)

Pricing data from NADAC (CMS), effective November 27, 2024. Compare all drug costs →

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What it does

This supplement provides omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for overall health.

Common side effects

No common side effects listed.

Key warnings

No specific warnings noted. Always follow your prescriber's instructions.

The sections below are summarized in plain English from omega-3 fatty acids's FDA-approved prescribing information. They describe what the official label says, and are not personal medical advice.

How It Works

Omega-3 fatty acids are thought to work by reducing inflammation in the body. They may also help lower triglyceride levels. The added vitamins support various bodily functions.

Known Drug Interactions

moderate icosapent ethyl

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Increased Bleeding Risk with Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents: Some published studies with omega-3 fatty acids have demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time. (7) 7.1 Increased Bleeding Risk with Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents Some published studies with omega-3 fatty acids have demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time.

Mechanism: Both of these medications can slow down how quickly your blood clots, which may make you bleed more easily.

This is a plain-language summary of FDA-label interaction records and does not provide individual medication-combination directions.

Common Questions

What are omega-3 fatty acids?
Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that your body needs but cannot make on its own.
What is folic acid?
Folic acid is a B vitamin that helps your body make new cells.
What are phytosterols?
Phytosterols are compounds found in plants that may help lower cholesterol.
Can I take this with other medications?
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this supplement with other medications.
How long should I take this supplement?
Talk to your doctor about how long you should take this supplement.
What do the markings on the capsule mean?
The capsule is imprinted with "BP 301". This is for identification.
What if I have trouble swallowing the capsule?
Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew them.
Can children take this supplement?
This supplement is for adults. Talk to your doctor about supplements for children.
What if I accidentally take too many capsules?
Contact your doctor or seek medical attention immediately.
What are the other ingredients in the capsule?
The other ingredients are bovine gelatin, glycerin, white beeswax, purified water, soy lecithin, titanium dioxide, FD&C Red #40, ascorbic acid, ascorbyl palmitate and mixed tocopherols.
Does omega-3 fatty acids interact with other medications?
The registry has 1 documented interaction rows for omega-3 fatty acids. Notable source-record pairings include icosapent ethyl. These rows are not a complete medication review.
What drug class is omega-3 fatty acids?
omega-3 fatty acids belongs to the Omega-3 Supplement drug class. It is available over the counter (OTC). This supplement provides omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for overall health.
What pregnancy or breastfeeding source fields are listed for omega-3 fatty acids?
The FDA label for omega-3 fatty acids contains product-specific pregnancy or breastfeeding language. PlainMeds does not apply that source text to an individual.

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What the FDA Data Shows for omega-3 fatty acids

The FDA label for omega-3 fatty acids (sold under brand names such as Fish Oil, Lovaza) classifies it as an over-the-counter product in the Omega-3 Supplement class. This supplement provides omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for overall health. Labeling covers dosing, contraindications, and monitoring requirements derived from clinical trials.

Post-market surveillance from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) captures real-world experience. Voluntary reports accumulate over the lifetime of a drug and reflect wide-ranging clinical use. The database also lists 1 documented drug interaction derived from FDA labeling, with the top-flagged interaction rated moderate severity. NADAC pricing from CMS shows a generic unit cost of $8.08.

Report counts do not establish causation, a FAERS entry documents a temporal association, not proof that the drug produced the outcome. Widely prescribed medications naturally accumulate more reports than niche therapies, so raw totals must be interpreted alongside total exposure. Shortage status, recall history, and patent information are separate source-record fields. This page is a public FDA/CMS registry and does not provide medical, treatment, substitution, or medication-change directions.

Data Sources

Drug labeling: FDA Drug Labels (SPL/DailyMed). Adverse events: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Pricing: CMS National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC).

FAERS reports are voluntary and do not establish causation. Drug interactions are derived from FDA labeling and clinical references. This registry does not provide medication decisions.

Last updated: February 13, 2025

PlainMeds is rendered directly from FDA openFDA/FAERS extracts, DailyMed labels, and CMS drug-pricing files, no number is typed in by an editor. FAERS counts, recalls, shortages, and price figures on this page are queried live from those federal extracts. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of 2026-05-15. Primary sources: openFDA / FAERS, DailyMed and CMS Part B ASP.

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