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A member asked:
Can i take over-the-counter fish oil instead if lovaza? it's very expensive.. does cost justify benefits vs otc?
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You can, but....: Otc does not carry the same guarantee of purity and may not work as well. Some sources otc are very good while others aren't. The less expensive it is, the less likelihood of purity and effectiveness.
Answered 3/7/2016
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