Cod liver oil: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Cod liver oil

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

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• Temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes and burns. • Temporarily protects chapped or cracked skin. • Helps protect from drying effects of wind and cold weather.

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Apply as needed
Prepare a gauze bandage to apply
Dressing should be placed on a clean and flat surface
Apply ointment with a spatula, covering the entire surface with a thin layer
Place bandage directly on top of affected area
Make sure affected area remains covered by ointment

Warnings

• For external use only. • When using this product, do not get into eyes. • If condition worsens or does not improve for seven days, discontinue use and consult a physician. • DO NOT USE IF TAMPER EVIDENT SEAL IS BROKEN. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, contact physician or poison control center immediately. Other Information: Store at room temperature.

How to store it

Store at room temperature. Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

Remind me to take it Full official label

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-12-23.

Brands around the world

Products with Cod liver oil as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Pad Kote Curefini

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Orilẹ Amẹrika (FDA)

CurefiniPETROLATUM 300 mg/mL, COD LIVER OIL 100 mg/mL · Ointment · Miramar Cosmetics, Inc DBA Miramar Lab

NDC 79974-202Label

Nàìjíríà (NAFDAC)

NAFDACCodplus B4-2805 NAFDACIcesea 300 A4-100162 NAFDACIcesea 1000 A4-100163 NAFDACLakesea Capsule A4-6107 NAFDACExosea Cod Liver Oil A11-100625 NAFDACJessy Cod Liver Oil_ A11-100970 NAFDACDipseas 1000 Capsules A4-2357 NAFDACDony Cod Liver Capsules B4-8117 NAFDACNeucod 1000 mg Capsule_ A7-2778 NAFDACKrishat 300 Cod Liver Oil Capsules A11-100181 NAFDACKrishat 1000 Cod Liver Oil Capsules A11-100243 NAFDACKrishat Cod Liver Oil Capsule 1000 mg A11-100243

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Cod liver oil

What is Cod liver oil used for?

• Temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes and burns. • Temporarily protects chapped or cracked skin. • Helps protect from drying effects of wind and cold weather. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Cod liver oil?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Apply as needed. Prepare a gauze bandage to apply. Dressing should be placed on a clean and flat surface. Apply ointment with a spatula, covering the entire surface with a thin layer. Place bandage directly on top of affected area. Make sure affected area remains covered by ointment.…

Do I need a prescription for Cod liver oil?

In many countries Cod liver oil is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Cod liver oil?

Cod liver oil is sold under names such as Pad Kote, Curefini. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Cod liver oil is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.