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Omegaven

Active Ingredient:
Glycerol, Highly Refined Fish Oil, Purified Egg Phospholipids
Origin:
EU

Omegaven (Glycerol, Highly Refined Fish Oil, Purified Egg Phospholipids)

Omegaven, the active ingredient in Omegaven, is a lipid emulsion presented as a 10% (v/v) intravenous emulsion for parenteral use. It supplies essential omega‑3 fatty acids and is employed in patients requiring parenteral nutrition, particularly those with intestinal failure or parenteral nutrition‑associated liver disease.

GNH India supplies Omegaven as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals and transplant centres worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Fresenius Kabi Deutschland Gmbh

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Omegaven is used in parenteral nutrition to address lipid deficiencies and related liver complications.

  • Intestinal failure: provides essential fatty acids when enteral feeding is not possible.
  • Parenteral nutrition‑associated liver disease: helps reduce hepatic inflammation and steatosis.
  • Severe malabsorption syndromes: supplies omega‑3 fatty acids to support growth and immune function.
  • Pediatric patients requiring fish‑oil based lipid support: offers a safer lipid profile for infants and children.

How It Works

  • Omegaven delivers highly refined fish oil rich in eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids, which integrate into cell membranes, modulate inflammatory pathways, and improve lipid metabolism. The omega‑3 fatty acids down‑regulate pro‑inflammatory eicosanoids, reduce hepatic fat accumulation, and support normal growth and immune responses in patients receiving parenteral nutrition.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects

  • Hypertriglyceridemia: elevated blood triglyceride levels.
  • Fat overload syndrome: excessive lipid accumulation.
  • Fever or chills during infusion.
  • Infusion site erythema or pain.
  • Thrombocytopenia: reduced platelet count.
  • Mild gastrointestinal discomfort.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Anaphylactic or severe allergic reaction.
  • Fat embolism syndrome.
  • Coagulopathy or bleeding complications.
  • Severe hepatic dysfunction.
  • Infection related to lipid emulsion contamination.
  • Metabolic acidosis.

Precautions & Warnings

Before initiating Omegaven therapy, consider the following precautions.

  • Monitor triglycerides: check serum levels regularly to avoid hypertriglyceridemia.
  • Assess liver function: evaluate hepatic enzymes and bilirubin during treatment.
  • Check coagulation status: watch for bleeding tendencies, especially with anticoagulants.
  • Avoid in known fish or egg allergy: contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to these components.
  • Do not combine with other lipid emulsions unless medically justified.
  • Store below 25°C: keep in the original container, protect from light and moisture.

Avoid Interactions

Omegaven may interact with other medications or nutrients.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Warfarin or other anticoagulants: may enhance anticoagulant effect and increase bleeding risk.
  • Other intravenous lipid emulsions: concurrent use can cause fat overload.
  • High‑dose vitamin E supplements: may increase risk of bleeding.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Immunosuppressants (e.g., cyclosporine): may alter drug levels.
  • Parenteral nutrition components containing high calcium or phosphate: monitor for precipitation.
  • Certain antibiotics administered via the same line: assess compatibility before co‑infusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Omegaven is an intravenous lipid emulsion used as part of parenteral nutrition to provide essential omega‑3 fatty acids. It is indicated for patients with intestinal failure, those at risk of parenteral nutrition‑associated liver disease, and pediatric patients who need a fish‑oil based lipid source.

The fish oil in Omegaven supplies eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids, which become part of cell membranes and modulate inflammatory pathways. This reduces hepatic fat accumulation, supports normal growth, and improves immune function in patients receiving parenteral nutrition.

The specific dose of Omegaven is determined by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s weight, nutritional needs, and laboratory parameters. Dosing is individualized and should follow the institution’s parenteral nutrition protocol.

Safety data for Omegaven in pregnancy and lactation are limited. It should only be used if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs any possible risk to the fetus or infant, and the decision must be made by the treating physician.

To order Omegaven, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies, and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details (including cold‑chain if needed), and import documentation.

Compared with traditional soybean‑oil based emulsions, Omegaven contains a higher proportion of omega‑3 fatty acids and lacks phytosterols, which may reduce the risk of liver inflammation and improve lipid tolerance. However, individual patient factors and clinical guidelines determine the most appropriate lipid source.

Store Omegaven below 25°C in its original container, protecting it from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Before use, gently invert the vial to ensure uniform suspension; avoid vigorous shaking which can damage the emulsion.

Omegaven is administered intravenously as part of a sterile parenteral nutrition regimen. It is infused through a dedicated line or Y‑site after confirming compatibility with other IV solutions, and the infusion rate is set according to the patient’s prescribed lipid requirement.

Serious risks include anaphylactic reactions, fat embolism syndrome, severe hepatic dysfunction, and coagulopathy leading to bleeding. Prompt recognition of these events and immediate medical intervention are essential.

Omegaven should be avoided in patients with known hypersensitivity to fish oil or egg phospholipids, those with severe hypertriglyceridemia, uncontrolled sepsis, or in individuals where lipid overload could exacerbate existing metabolic disorders.

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