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OMGA LQ Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment

Liquid Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

OMGA LQ is a dietary supplement by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment with 8 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health, healthy cooking fat, skin moisturizing.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Oleic Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Partial disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Partial

Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 7 of its 8 active ingredients.

OMGA LQ contains 8 active ingredients — a blend of omega fatty acids including eicosapentaenoic acid, docosahexaenoic acid, gamma-linolenic acid, total omega-3 fatty acids, linoleic acid, oleic acid, and alpha-linolenic acid. The product also contains inactive ingredients: tropical oils, natural flavors, tocopherol, rosemary extract, and CoQ10.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: healthy heart, brain, and joints.
  • We looked for evidence on: Coronary heart disease (CHD), Hypertension, Hypercholesterolemia, Stroke, Joint health, Cognitive function — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Oleic Acid is rated "Possibly Effective" for Coronary heart disease (CHD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Oleic Acid is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hypercholesterolemia.
  • Also on file: Oleic Acid is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Hypertension, Stroke.

In our data, oleic acid is rated possibly effective for high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and coronary heart disease. The other ingredients in this product don't have effectiveness ratings on file with us.

If you're considering OMGA LQ for a specific health concern, talk with your pharmacist about what the evidence actually shows for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Oleic Acid

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Oleic acid from food sources like olive oil is generally recognized as safe in normal amounts. However, concentrated supplement doses haven't been well studied in pregnancy or while breastfeeding — there isn't enough safety data to know either way.

If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant, discuss this product with your doctor or pharmacist before starting. No adverse effects were reported in the data we hold.

That doesn't mean side effects won't occur, just that we don't have that information on file for this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Oleic Acid

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Oleic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take antidiabetes drugs (oral medications for blood sugar control), double-check them below before starting — oleic acid in this product may increase their effects. For the other ingredients, we hold no interaction data, so we cannot flag specific drug types to watch.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glancePartially disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

OMGA LQ is an omega fatty acid blend. If you take any diabetes medication by mouth, check your medications through the tool below before starting — oleic acid may strengthen those drugs' effects.

Because we can't fully assess most ingredients in this product for interactions, talk with your pharmacist about your full medication list, especially if you're on a blood thinner or any antidiabetes medication.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 8 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2013.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about OMGA LQ, straight from the product label.

Brand Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment
Barcode (UPC) 635585019712
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2013
DSLD ID 22120
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
635585019712
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories18 {Calories}--
Eicosapentaenoic Acid310 mg--
Docosahexaenoic Acid236.6 mg--
Total Fat1.8 g3%
Gamma-Linolenic Acid12 mg--
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids670 mg--
Linoleic Acid40.6 mg--
Oleic Acid10.8 mg--
Alpha-Linolenic Acid125 mg--
Other Fatty Acids0 NP--

Other ingredients: Tropical Oils, Natural Flavors, Tocopherol, Rosemary extract, CoQ10

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Label statements
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FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. Thisproduct is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure orprevent any diseases.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

DIRECTIONS: TAKE 2 mL DAILY.

General

#197 I/8

General Statements

SUPER CONCENTRATE

Ultra pure OMGA LQ essential fatty acids (Omega 3,6,9) promotes healthy heart, brain, and joints.

MADE IN U.S.A.

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

Storage

KEEP REFRIGERATED

Formulation

No sugar. No alcohol. No artificial color. No artificial flavor.

Formula

Omega Fatty Acids DHA, EPA (3,3,9)

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OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment

These are the 8 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Eicosapentaenoic Acid

310 mg per serving

Docosahexaenoic Acid

236.6 mg per serving

Gamma-Linolenic Acid

12 mg per serving

Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids

670 mg per serving

Linoleic Acid

40.6 mg per serving

Oleic Acid

Interacts with
86 drugs
10.8 mg per serving

Oleic acid is a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat found mainly in olive oil, canola oil, avocados, and nuts. As part of a Mediterranean-style diet, it...

Oleic Acid monograph & interactions

Alpha-Linolenic Acid

125 mg per serving

Other Fatty Acids

0 NP per serving Form: Caproic Acid, Caprylic Acid, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Punicic Acid, Stearic Acid

Other (inactive) ingredients: Tropical Oils, Natural Flavors, Tocopherol, Rosemary extract, CoQ10. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment Drug Interactions

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86Drugs
86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in OMGA LQ with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Oleic Acid1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, oleic acid might increase the effects of antidiabetes drugs. Preliminary clinical research in patients with type 2 diabetes taking oral hypoglycemic drugs shows that eating a diet rich in oleic acid from olive oil decreases fasting blood glucose levels when compared to eating a diet rich in linoleic acid from sunflower oil. It is unknown if taking oleic acid supplements would have this effect or if this change is clinically significant. Until more is known, use caution. Dose adjustment may be necessary. Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, metformin (Glucophage), pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for OMGA LQ, from the product label.

Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment

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Name
Systemic Formulas Inc.
Street Address
PO BOX 1516
City
Ogden
State
UT
ZipCode
84402
Web Address
www.systemicformulas.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment: Common Questions

Does OMGA LQ by Systemic Formulas Bio Nutriment interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, OMGA LQ has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
OMGA LQ contains 8 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is OMGA LQ safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have enough safety data on the supplement-level doses in this product during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Food amounts of oleic acid are considered safe, but concentrated supplements haven't been well studied. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Will this help my cholesterol or heart disease?
Oleic acid in this product is rated possibly effective for high cholesterol and coronary heart disease based on the data we hold. The other omega fatty acids don't have effectiveness ratings on file with us. Your pharmacist can tell you more about what evidence exists for your specific situation.
What does oleic acid do in this supplement?
Oleic acid is a fatty acid that, according to preliminary research, may help with cholesterol and heart health. It's the main ingredient we have safety and effectiveness data for in OMGA LQ.
Can I take this if I'm on a diabetes medication?
Oleic acid may strengthen the effects of blood sugar medications taken by mouth, which could make your blood sugar drop more than expected. If you take any diabetes medication, check it with the tool on this page and talk to your pharmacist or doctor — you might need dose adjustments.
What are the inactive ingredients in OMGA LQ?
The inactive ingredients are tropical oils, natural flavors, tocopherol, rosemary extract, and CoQ10. These are fillers, preservatives, and other non-active components in the liquid formula.

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Sources & How We Checked

OMGA LQ's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 19 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Oleic Acid 19 references
  1. Madigan C, Ryan M, Owens D, et al. Dietary unsaturated fatty acids in type 2 diabetes: higher levels of postprandial lipoprotein on a linoleic acid-rich sunflower oil diet compared with an oleic acid-rich olive oil diet. Diabetes Care 2000;23:1472-7. PubMed
  2. Gillingham, L. G., Gustafson, J. A., Han, S. Y., Jassal, D. S., and Jones, P. J. High-oleic rapeseed (canola) and flaxseed oils modulate serum lipids and inflammatory biomarkers in hypercholesterolaemic subjects. Br J Nutr 2011;105(3):417-427. PubMed
  3. Jones PJ, Senanayake VK, Pu S, Jenkins DJ, Connelly PW, Lamarche B, Couture P, Charest A, Baril-Gravel L, West SG, Liu X, Fleming JA, McCrea CE, Kris-Etherton PM. DHA-enriched high-oleic acid canola oil improves lipid profile and lowers predicted cardiova
  4. Cater, N. B., Heller, H. J., and Denke, M. A. Comparison of the effects of medium-chain triacylglycerols, palm oil, and high oleic acid sunflower oil on plasma triacylglycerol fatty acids and lipid and lipoprotein concentrations in humans. Am.J Clin.Nutr PubMed
  5. Mozaffarian D, Clarke R. Quantitative effects on cardiovascular risk factors and coronary heart disease risk of replacing partially hydrogenated vegetable oils with other fats and oils. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2009;63(Suppl 2):S22-33. PubMed
  6. Cao Y, Hou L, Wang W. Dietary total fat and fatty acids intake, serum fatty acids and risk of breast cancer: A meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies. Int J Cancer. 2016;138(8):1894-904. doi: 10.1002/ijc.29938. PubMed
  7. FDA completes review of qualified health claim petition for oleic acid and the risk of coronary heart disease. November 2018. Available at: www.fda.gov/Food/NewsEvents/ConstituentUpdates/ucm624758.htm. Accessed January 25, 2019.
  8. Liu X, Kris-Etherton PM, West SG, et al. Effects of canola and high-oleic-acid canola oils on abdominal fat mass in individuals with central obesity. Obesity. 2016;24(11):2261-2268. PubMed
  9. Bowen KJ, Kris-Etherton PM, West SG, et al. Diets enriched with conventional or high-oleic acid canola oils lower atherogenic lipids and lipoproteins compared to a diet with a western fatty acid profile in adults with central adiposity. J Nutr. 2019;149(3 PubMed
  10. Steffen BT, Duprez D, Szklo M, Guan W, Tsai MY. Circulating oleic acid levels are related to greater risks of cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality: The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis. J Clin Lipidol. 2018;12(6):1404-1412. PubMed
  11. Banim PJ, Luben R, Khaw KT, Hart AR. Dietary oleic acid is inversely associated with pancreatic cancer - Data from food diaries in a cohort study. Pancreatology. 2018;18(6):655-660. PubMed
  12. Morin SJ, Gaziano JM, Djoussé L. Relation between plasma phospholipid oleic acid and risk of heart failure. Eur J Nutr. 2018;57(8):2937-2942. PubMed
  13. Samieri C, Féart C, Proust-Lima C, et al. Olive oil consumption, plasma oleic acid, and stroke incidence: the Three-City Study. Neurology. 2011;77(5):418-25. PubMed
  14. Compher CW, Kinosian BP, Rubesin SE, Ratcliffe SJ, Metz DC. Energy absorption is reduced with oleic acid supplements in human short bowel syndrome. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2009;33(1):102-8. PubMed
  15. Ben Fradj MK, Ouanes Y, Hadj-Taieb S, et al. Decreased oleic acid and marine n?-?3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in Tunisian patients with urothelial bladder cancer. Nutr Cancer. 2018;70(7):1043-1050.
  16. de Silva PS, Luben R, Shrestha SS, Khaw KT, Hart AR. Dietary arachidonic and oleic acid intake in ulcerative colitis etiology: a prospective cohort study using 7-day food diaries. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2014;26(1):11-8. PubMed
  17. Higashi K, Shige H, Ito T, et al. Effect of a low-fat diet enriched with oleic acid on postprandial lipemia in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Lipids. 2001;36(1):1-6. PubMed
  18. Lin HC, van Citters GW, Heimer F, Bonorris G. Slowing of gastrointestinal transit by oleic acid: a preliminary report of a novel, nutrient-based treatment in humans. Dig Dis Sci. 2001;46(2):223-9. PubMed
  19. Li D, Tong Y, Li Y. Associations between dietary oleic acid and linoleic acid and depressive symptoms in perimenopausal women: The Study of Women's Health Across the Nation. Nutrition. 2020 Mar;71:110602. PubMed

See these in context on the Oleic Acid monograph →

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