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combination fish oil and borage seed oil
combination fish oil and borage seed oil is a Omega-3 fatty acid and omega-6 fatty acid supplement Small molecule drug developed by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). It is currently in Phase 3 development for Hypertriglyceridemia, Cardiovascular disease prevention. Also known as: EPA and GLA.
Combination fish oil and borage seed oil may help reduce inflammation and improve heart health by modulating the body's response to omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.
Combination fish oil and borage seed oil may help reduce inflammation and improve heart health by modulating the body's response to omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Used for Hypertriglyceridemia, Cardiovascular disease prevention.
At a glance
| Generic name | combination fish oil and borage seed oil |
|---|---|
| Also known as | EPA and GLA |
| Sponsor | National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) |
| Drug class | Omega-3 fatty acid and omega-6 fatty acid supplement |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Cardiovascular |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
Fish oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, which have anti-inflammatory properties and may help lower triglycerides and blood pressure. Borage seed oil is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that may help reduce inflammation and improve skin health.
Approved indications
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Cardiovascular disease prevention
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
Key clinical trials
- A Study on the Possible Health Effects of Lean Fish and Fatty Fish Intake in Overweight or Obese Adults (NA)
- The Effects of Dietary Supplementation With Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Symptoms of Dry Eye (NA)
- Food Additives - Do Processed Diets Impact on Gut and Metabolic Health (NA)
- Botanical Oil Supplementation in Diabetic and Metabolic Syndrome Subjects (PHASE2)
- A Study on the Possible Health Effects of Lean Fish, Fatty Fish and Lean Meat Intake in Non-obese Adults (NA)
- The Effect of n-3 Fatty Acids and Fish on Glucose and Lipid Metabolism in Subjects With Impaired Glucose Metabolism (NA)
- Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis With Marine and Botanical Oils (PHASE3)
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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- Drug class: All Omega-3 fatty acid and omega-6 fatty acid supplement drugs
- Manufacturer: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Cardiovascular
- Indication: Drugs for Hypertriglyceridemia
- Indication: Drugs for Cardiovascular disease prevention
- Also known as: EPA and GLA
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