Can a 4-year-old take Omega-3 fish oil capsules?

Q. Can Omega-3 fish oil capsules be given to a 4 year old kid?

Answered by
Dr. Rakesh Mittal
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Mar 26, 2016 and last reviewed on: Aug 10, 2023

Hi doctor,

Can Omega-3 fish oil capsules be given to a 4 year 2 months old boy? In what dosage should it be given? Does Omega-3 fish oil capsules and DHA control focal seizure? Please guide.

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1. Omega-3 fish oil adult preparations cannot be used in small children.

2. There are special preparations for children with various flavors. And also it should not be used without prescription.

3. There is no evidence that it can be used to prevent focal seizures. It is a nutritional supplement.


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