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SHARK LIVER OIL

Other Names:

Aceite de Hígado de Tiburón, Basking Shark Liver Oil, Cetorhinus maximus, Centroporus squamosus, Deep Sea Shark Liver Oil, Dog Fish Liver Oil, Foie de Requin, Huile de Foie d’Aiguillat, Huile de Foie de Requin, Huile de Foie de Requin de Grands ...
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SHARK LIVER OIL Overview
SHARK LIVER OIL Uses
SHARK LIVER OIL Side Effects
SHARK LIVER OIL Interactions
SHARK LIVER OIL Dosing
SHARK LIVER OIL Overview Information

Shark liver oil is used to make medicine. It is taken from the livers of three species of shark: the deep sea shark (Centrophorus squamosus), the dogfish (Sqaulus acanthias), and the basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus). The liver makes up about 25% of the total shark body weight of these sharks.

Shark liver oil is used along with usual cancerdrugs to treat leukemia and other cancers; to prevent radiation illness from cancer X-ray therapy; to prevent the common cold, flu, and swine flu; and to boost the body’s immune system. It is also used for increasing white cell counts during treatment with anti-cancer drugs (chemotherapy). White cells are important in fighting off infection, but many are killed by chemotherapy.

People apply shark liver oil directly to the skin for skin conditions including skin cancer.

How does it work?

Shark liver oil contains chemicals that might have activity against cancer or cancer treatment related side effects.

SHARK LIVER OIL Uses & Effectiveness What is this?

Insufficient Evidence for:

More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of shark liver oil for these uses.


SHARK LIVER OIL Side Effects & Safety

There isn't enough information available to know if shark liver oil is safe. It can cause pneumonia in people who accidentally breathe it into the lungs.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of shark liver oil during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

SHARK LIVER OIL Interactions What is this?

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SHARK LIVER OIL Dosing

The appropriate dose of shark liver oil depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for shark liver oil. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.

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