Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in supporting the health of your brain, heart, eyes, and immune system. While omega-3 supplements can be great for your health, they may also interact with certain medications.

1. Blood Thinners

Most data points to blood thinners as the main interaction with omega-3 supplements. Blood thinners are a type of medication used to prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of heart attacks, stroke, and other health problems.

There are different types of blood thinners, including:

Anticoagulants , such as warfarin and direct oral anticoagulants such as Eliquis (apixaban) and Xarelto (rivaroxaban)

Antiplatelets , such as aspirin or Plavix (clopidogrel)

The research is mixed on the use of omega-3s with blood thinners. Experts note that high do

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