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My father is 80 year old n he is a heart patient. Is it harmful for him if he take cord liver oil capsule?
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Tell him to take fish salmon Or take omega 3 cap one daily. Cod liver oil not suited.
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cod liver oil is a vitamin preparation. vitamins are helpful for the body. Though your father is a heart patient it will help him. don't worry!
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Dear Lybrateuser, - Your father can take cod liver oil in the recommended doses but should be careful if he is taking antihypertensive medicine as cod liver oil reduces the blood pressure - take advise of the treating physician before starting any new medicine or supplement.
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