Cardiac arrhythmia, can I take omega-3?

Good morning, can I take omega-3 even if I suffer from arrhythmia? Or are there contraindications with medications? Thank you

Dear Madam, 

The intake of omega-3 fatty acids is not contraindicated in case of cardiac arrhythmia; on the contrary, omega-3s seem to have a stabilizing effect on arrhythmia.

Omega-3, a valuable adjunct to arrhythmia therapies

Omega-3s could act on the electrical impulses that cause the heart to contract, with a final effect that may result in a reduction of the risk of arrhythmia. It is therefore possible that, with omega-3 support alongside therapy, the electrophysiological profile of the ion channels located on the membrane of cardiac cells may change over time. However, in case of concurrent use of antiarrhythmic drugs, it is advisable that omega-3 supplementation is approved by the treating physician.

Arrhythmia, recommendation of Omegor Krill or Omegor Vitality

If the doctor gives a positive opinion, you may then complement your diet with:

• 2 capsules per day of Omegor Krill, to be taken in the first part of the day – at breakfast or lunch.
• Alternatively, 1 capsule per day of the product Omegor Vitality 1000 taken with a meal – breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

I remain available for further information. 

Best regards, 

Dr. Rosaria Ramondino Pharmacist and Pharmaceutical Chemist