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Im 28 w pregnant and my doc. prescribed for me maxepa capsule.is it safe for me?what are the penifits of this drug?

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Dr. Nikolaos Zacharias answered

Specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Safe - could help.: Dha/epa fish oil supplements could increase your offspring's iq, eye-hand coordination and decrease preterm birth - although studies have yet to prove any of these benefits conclusively. They should not harm - other than their cost.

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Answered 12/9/2013

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