Can I take Cod liver oil and Doxadura together?

It is usually safe to take cod liver oil and doxadura (doxazosin) together, but you should monitor your blood pressure regularly.

To avoid dizziness, get up slowly from a sitting or lying position. If you feel very dizzy, faint, or notice unusual bruising, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. They may want to adjust your dose or check your blood pressure more frequently.

Por qué sucede esto

Doxazosin works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure. Cod liver oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, which also have a natural, mild blood-pressure-lowering effect. When used together, these effects can add up (an additive effect).

Cod liver oil also slightly reduces the ability of blood cells (platelets) to stick together, which can affect clotting.

You may be experiencing an interaction between cod liver oil and doxadura if:

• You feel dizzy or lightheaded, especially when standing up.

• You experience fainting or near-fainting episodes.

• You notice unusual bruising or bleeding.

• You develop headaches or flushing.

• You feel unusually tired or weak.

• Symptoms start after starting cod liver oil or increasing the dose while taking doxazosin.

Si tienes alguno de los síntomas mencionados, deberías:

• Speak to your GP or pharmacist for advice as soon as possible.

• Do not stop taking doxazosin suddenly unless advised by a healthcare professional.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or changing cod liver oil without medical advice.

• Seek urgent medical help if you faint or have heavy or persistent bleeding.

• Attend any blood pressure checks arranged to monitor your treatment.

Hipotensión tras la primera dosis

Doxadura can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you first start taking it or when the dose is increased. Take your first dose at bedtime to avoid dizziness or fainting.

Embarazo

No tome aceite de hígado de bacalao si está embarazada o planea quedar embarazada. Contiene altos niveles de vitamina A (retinol), lo cual puede dañar el desarrollo de un bebé no nacido.

Cirugía de cataratas

If you are due to have eye surgery for cataracts, you must tell your surgeon you are taking doxadura. It can cause a complication called 'Floppy Iris Syndrome' which the surgeon needs to prepare for.

Alcohol

It is best to avoid or strictly limit alcohol while taking Doxadura. Alcohol can increase the blood-pressure-lowering effect of this medicine, which may make you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or faint, especially when standing up.

Es mejor evitar o limitar estrictamente el alcohol al tomar aceite de hígado de bacalao. Tanto el alcohol como las altas dosis de vitamina A (que se encuentra en el aceite de hígado de bacalao) pueden ejercer presión sobre el hígado; combinarlos puede aumentar el riesgo de toxicidad hepática.

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Descargo de responsabilidad

Esta información es solo para fines educativos generales y no debe considerarse como un sustituto del consejo médico profesional. Siempre consulte a su médico de cabecera, farmacéutico u otro profesional de la salud calificado antes de tomar decisiones sobre sus medicamentos. Las circunstancias individuales pueden variar, y solo un profesional de la salud que conozca su historial médico puede proporcionar orientación personalizada.