A 35-year-old member asked:

Is it safe to take 600mg of dha a day. the pills come in 200mg gel caps and i want to take 3 a day?

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Dr. Anthony LaBarberaanswered

Pediatrics 30 years experience

Yes: That is within a recommended range.

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A 37-year-old member asked:

I currently take DHA 200mg and want to increase it to 600mg. Is it safe to take 200mg 3 times a day?

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Dr. Maziar Rezvanianswered

Allergy and Immunology 23 years experience

Yes: This should be well-tolerated and can potentially provide benefit.

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