Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg is a dietary supplement by Schiff MegaRed with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart and cholesterol support, high triglycerides, joint pain and inflammation.Based on those ingredients, 838 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Krill Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
Check Your Meds Against Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed
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.
What’s inside
Partial disclosure
This softgel delivers krill oil and its active omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which are the compounds your body uses from seafood-based supplements. The product also contains astaxanthin, a natural pigment from krill that gives it a reddish color.
It has 4 active ingredients total. The softgel itself is made from gelatin, glycerin, water, ethyl vanillin (for flavor), sorbitol, and sulfur dioxide as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The data we hold on astaxanthin — one of the active components — shows insufficient evidence to rate its effectiveness for age-related cognitive decline, macular degeneration, skin aging, Alzheimer's disease, athletic performance, or carpal tunnel syndrome. The omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) from krill are well-studied in general, but effectiveness information specific to this product isn't included in the facts we have on file.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Astaxanthin is generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools — the latter is harmless and related to the pigment itself.
A small number of people taking doses around 6 mg reported increased bowel movements and red stools, while rare cases at higher doses (40 mg) involved severe stomach pain. There isn't enough safety data to know whether this product is safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this product, check whether you're on any medications broken down by your liver's CYP3A4 or CYP2B6 enzymes — astaxanthin may lower their levels. This is a theoretical risk seen in lab work but not yet confirmed in humans.
Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you if your medications fall into these categories and whether it's safe to combine them with this supplement.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glancePartially disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This is an omega-3 supplement for people looking to add krill-based EPA and DHA to their routine. If you take medications metabolized by your liver — especially statins, blood pressure drugs, or immunosuppressants — check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, because astaxanthin may affect how your body processes them.
Expect possible mild digestive changes and harmless red stools. It's worth a conversation with your own healthcare provider if you're unsure whether it fits your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 22, 2021.
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
General information
Key facts about Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Schiff MegaRed |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 020525951861 |
| Net contents | 40 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 22, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 241053 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Krill Oil | 750 mg | -- |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 225 mg | -- |
| Phospholipids | 390 mg | -- |
| Astaxanthin | 60 mcg | -- |
| Total EPA and DHA | 183 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Ethyl Vanillin, Sorbitol, Sulfur Dioxide
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Formulation
Eco-Friendly. Krill is one of earth’s most abundant and sustainable organisms. The harvest of krill is well below conservative international catch guidelines. MegaRed goes a step further by only sourcing krill from the Antarctic where krill is most abundant. This helps the ecosystem maintain a healthy, sustainable krill population.
This product comes from a fishery that has been independently certified to the MSC’s standard for a well-managed and sustainable fishery. www.msc.org Schiff Sure Dissolve softgels are formulated to disintegrate within one hour.
Guaranteed: No added salt (sodium chloride), yeast, wheat or milk. No artificial colors.
Schiff Quality Guarantee Guaranteed for purity, freshness and labeled potency.
Supports three markers of cardiovascular health
Seals/Symbols
MSC-C-52013 Certified Sustainable Seafood MSC www.msc.org
Brand IP Statement(s)
Superba Boost is a trademark of the Aker Group.
2019 RB Health rb Health Hygiene Home Patents: www. rb.com/patents
General Statements
Join, earn points & get rewards MegaRed rewards www.megaredrewards.com See cap sticker for details Valid for US residents only. Schiff since 1936 Easily absorbed
Formula
35% more Omega-3s Than standard krill oil
Gelatin is derived from bovine sources. More Omega-3s per MG MegaRed is the first to give you 35% more Omega-3s per milligram compared to what you can find in standard krill oil supplements. All in just one, easy to swallow softgel. Purity MegaRed with PureTech is 3X more pure than standard krill oil, with the removal of salts and other impurities providing the purest krill oil on the market. You can see the difference with a lighter more translucent softgel. Absorption MegaRed is easily recognized and utilized by your body's cell membranes, which are also phospholipid, allowing easy absorption. Just one MegaRed softgel provides an unique combination of Omega-3 fatty acids and the powerful antioxidant astaxanthin to support your health.
MegaRed Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate contains ingredients that support three markers of cardiovascular health: Omega-3 index: The amount of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA in blood cells Triglycerides: A type of fat measured in the blood C-Reactive Protein (CRP): An important marker of systemic inflammation More Omega-3s in one softgel One 750 mg MegaRed Ultra Concentrate Softgel Two 500 mg Standard Pure Krill Oil Softgels
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Adults take one (1) softgel daily. Consult your healthcare professional for the proper amount for you.
Precautions
Contains shellfish (krill). This product contains sulfites.
Caution: If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, allergic to seafood, have existing medical conditions, taking medications (including blood thinners) or are planning a medical or surgical procedure, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Caution: If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, allergic to seafood, have existing medical conditions, taking medications (including blood thinners) or are planning a medical or surgical procedure, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Protected with a tamper evident seal. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place with lid tightly closed. Do not remove freshness pack from bottle.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Krill Oil
Interacts with208 drugs
Krill oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) bound to phospholipids, which may help absorption. It is most studied for lowering triglyce...
Krill Oil monograph & interactions- › Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- › Phospholipids
- › Astaxanthin
Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Ethyl Vanillin, Sorbitol, Sulfur Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Schiff MegaRed Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate contains astaxanthin, which has documented interactions with medications.
The most serious concern involves drugs metabolized by your liver's CYP3A4 enzyme — a category that spans a large number of medications. Astaxanthin may speed up how your body clears these drugs, potentially making them less effective.
This effect was seen in lab studies but hasn't been confirmed in people yet.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Astaxanthin also theoretically affects drugs metabolized by the CYP2B6 enzyme, again potentially lowering their levels. The krill oil itself, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and phospholipids in this product — we could not check these ingredients for interactions.
Altogether, these interactions span 672 individual medications.
Before you start this product, run your exact prescription medications through the interaction checker below. If you take any drug that depends on CYP3A4 or CYP2B6 metabolism — including many statins, blood pressure medications, and immunosuppressants — talk with your doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it's safe to add.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg interact with 838 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Krill Oil
Ado-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Krill OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Krill Oil + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Krill OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Krill Oil + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Krill OilAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking krill oil with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Krill Oil + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Krill OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Krill Oil + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Krill OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
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How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Krill OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Krill Oil + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic GG
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interacts with Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstaxanthinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Astaxanthin + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg 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.
Krill Oil
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Taking high doses of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil can modestly decrease platelet aggregation. Since krill oil also contains these fatty acids, taking high doses of krill oil might also inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, taking high doses of krill oil with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bleeding. However, the omega-3 content of krill oil is much lower than that of fish oil.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking krill oil with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Some research in animals and humans shows that krill oil might lower blood glucose levels. However, a small study shows that taking krill oil does not reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, most of whom were taking antidiabetes drugs.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg, from the product label.
Schiff MegaRed
See all Schiff MegaRed products- Name
- RB Health (US) LLC
- City
- Parsippany
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07054-0224
- Phone Number
- 1-800-526-6251
- Web Address
- www.megared.com
Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg by Schiff MegaRed: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Krill Oil
Interacts with 208 drugsKrill oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) bound to phospholipids, which may help absorption. It is most studied for lowering triglycerides and supporting heart health, but t...
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Interacts with 671 drugsAstaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid pigment with strong antioxidant activity in the lab, and it is widely promoted for skin, eye, heart, and exercise benefits. Early human studies are promis...
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Superior Omega-3 Krill Oil Ultra Concentrate 750 mg'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.
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The 16 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.
Krill Oil 13 references
- Leaf A. On the reanalysis of the GISSI-Prevenzione. Circulation 2002;105:1874-5. PubMed
- Connor WE. n-3 Fatty acids from fish and fish oil: panacea or nostrum? Am J Clin Nutr 2001;74;415-6. PubMed
- Calder PC. N-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, inflammation and immunity: pouring oil on troubled waters or another fishy tale? Nutr Res 2001;21:309-41. DOI
- Bunea R, El Farrah K, Deutsch L. Evaluation of the effects of Neptune Krill Oil on the clinical course of hyperlipidemia. Altern Med Rev 2004;9:420-8.
- Sampalis F, Bunea R, Pelland MF, et al. Evaluation of the effects of Neptune Krill Oil on the management of premenstrual syndrome and dysmenorrhea. Altern Med Rev 2003;8:171-9.
- Harris WS, Miller M, Tighe AP, et al. Omega-3 fatty acids and coronary heart disease risk: clinical and mechanistic perspectives. Atherosclerosis 2008;197:12-24. PubMed
- Tandy S, Chung RW, Wat E, et al. Dietary krill oil supplementation reduces hepatic steatosis, glycemia, and hypercholesterolemia in high-fat-fed mice. J Agric Food Chem 10-14-2009;57:9339-45. PubMed
- Maki, K. C., Reeves, M. S., Farmer, M., Griinari, M., Berge, K., Vik, H., Hubacher, R., and Rains, T. M. Krill oil supplementation increases plasma concentrations of eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids in overweight and obese men and women. Nutr.R PubMed
- Albert BB, Derraik JG, Brennan CM, et al. Supplementation with a blend of krill and salmon oil is associated with increased metabolic risk in overweight men. Am J Clin Nutr 2015;102(1):49-57.
- Berge K, Musa-Veloso K, Harwood M, Hoem N, Burri L. Krill oil supplementation lowers serum triglycerides without increasing low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in adults with borderline high or high triglyceride levels. Nutr Res 2014;34(2):126-33. PubMed
- Lobraico JM, DiLello LC, Butler AD, Cordisco ME, Petrini JR, Ahmadi R. Effects of krill oil on endothelial function and other cardiovascular risk factors in participants with type 2 diabetes, a randomized controlled trial. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care. 2015 PubMed
- van der Wurff ISM, von Schacky C, Bergeland T, Zeegers MP, Kirschner PA, de Groot RHM. Krill oil supplementation's effect on school grades in typically developing adolescents. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids 2023;191:102553. PubMed
- van der Wurff ISM, von Schacky C, Bergeland T, et al. Effect of 1 year krill oil supplementation on cognitive achievement of Dutch adolescents: A double-blind randomized controlled trial. Nutrients. 2019;11(6):1230. PubMed
Astaxanthin 3 references
- Kupcinskas L, Lafolie P, Lignell A, et al. Efficacy of the natural antioxidant astaxanthin in the treatment of functional dyspepsia in patients with or without Helicobacter pylori infection: A prospective, randomized, double blind, and placebo-controlled
- Kistler, A., Liechti, H., Pichard, L., Wolz, E., Oesterhelt, G., Hayes, A., and Maurel, P. Metabolism and CYP-inducer properties of astaxanthin in man and primary human hepatocytes. Arch.Toxicol. 2002;75(11-12):665-675. PubMed
- Choi HD, Youn YK, Shin WG. Positive effects of astaxanthin on lipid profiles and oxidative stress in overweight subjects. Plant Foods Hum Nutr. 2011;66:363-369. PubMed
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