Puritan's Pride Omega-3 Fish Oil 1000 mg
Brand: Puritan's Pride · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Puritan's Pride Omega-3 Fish Oil 1000 mg is a standard supplement, but we must be clear about what it contains. The product label lists fish oil as the ingredient, and our data covers calcium, not omega-3s. Therefore, specific health benefits for this exact product are based on the ingredient listed on the label, not on the calcium data provided. You should always check the label for the exact amount of EPA and DHA per serving.
How it works
Based on the data provided, we cannot describe the mechanism of omega-3 fish oil. The provided data describes calcium, which supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. For this specific fish oil product, the mechanism of action is data not available in the provided information.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For this specific product, side effect data is not available from the provided FDA data. However, the data on calcium shows that high levels can cause poor muscle tone, constipation, nausea, weight loss, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. For fish oil, specific side effects are data not available in the provided information.
Our recommendation
Our assessment is straightforward: because the data provided does not contain specific safety or efficacy information for omega-3 fish oil, we cannot make a confident recommendation based solely on this data. You should consult the product label for dosage, and speak with your healthcare provider about whether this supplement is right for you. Data on interactions for this specific product are data not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Rapid Release Softgel(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide