Anticoagulants and omega-3, are there any contraindications?

Good morning, I just had a venous thrombosis with pulmonary embolism. I am on anticoagulant therapy, clexane for the time being then oral therapy thereafter. I would like to know if I can continue taking Omegor Vitality 1000 and Omegor Antiage (alternating them) are there any contraindications?

Dear Sabrina, 

contraindications of omega-3 fatty acids concern people at risk of bleeding because they are taking particular drugs or substances, such as anticoagulants or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (the NSAIDs). In fact, these polyunsaturated fatty acids may increase the time it takes for blood to clot; therefore, they may be contraindicated if people are taking drugs that may in turn affect it such as precisely clexane, (antithrombotic). 

Also keep in mind that EFSA states that, supplemental intake of EPA and DHA up to 5 g per day does not increase the risk of bleeding episodes. At thisolinkyoucan find more information.

I therefore recommend that you evaluate the concomitant intake of omega-3 fatty acids with clexane with your treating physician, who has a more complete clinical picture. 

Sincerely, 

Beatrice Iozzino, pharmacist