Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA/DHA) para Crohn's Disease
CEPIC-1 and EPIC-2 large RCTs showed no benefit for maintaining Crohn's remission. Earlier smaller studies were more positive. Current consensus is neutral.
Conclusión
EPIC-1 and EPIC-2 large RCTs showed no benefit for maintaining Crohn's remission. Earlier smaller studies were more positive. Current consensus is neutral.
Key Study Findings
Población: DNBS-induced Crohn's disease BALB/c mouse model
Población: IBD patients (review of nutritional interventions)
Población: Vegan athletes (narrative review)
Población: IBD patients (editorial commentary)
Población: Crohn's disease patients
Población: None
Key Statistics
6
Estudios
800
Participantes
Mixed
Calificación
Referenced Papers
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosificaciones de uso común
- general:
- 1,000-2,000 mg combined EPA/DHA per day
- ibdsupport:
- 2,000-4,000 mg/day combined EPA/DHA (higher EPA ratio may be more beneficial)
Límite superior: 3,000 mg/day combined EPA/DHA (FDA GRAS limit)
Dosificaciones estudiadas en la investigación
| Dosificación | Duración | Efecto | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg oral | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Neutral | -- |
| None | -- | Neutral | -- |
| 95% | -- | Mixed | -- |
| None | -- | Mixed | 12194 |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
Mejor momento para tomar: With meals containing fat for better absorption
Safety & Side Effects
Efectos secundarios reportados
- ⚠ Fishy aftertaste and burping
- ⚠ Mild gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea, diarrhea)
- ⚠ Potential increased bleeding time at very high doses (>3 g/day)
- ⚠ May lower blood pressure slightly
Interacciones conocidas
- ● Anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs (may increase bleeding risk at high doses)
- ● Blood pressure medications (additive hypotensive effect)
- ● Orlistat (may reduce omega-3 absorption)
- ● Cyclosporine (fish oil may reduce cyclosporine nephrotoxicity but monitor levels)
Ingesta máxima tolerable: 3,000 mg/day combined EPA/DHA (FDA GRAS limit)
Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Related Evidence
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