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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 1 Research
7
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.6
Top Medical Research Studies
7
We observed the potential benefits of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), a crucial fatty acid found in cod liver oil, in the context of ear infections, particularly in children. Our study included eight children aged between 0.8 and 4.4 years who were undergoing treatment for ear issues. The children received daily supplements of lemon-flavored cod liver oil, which includes EPA, along with a children's multivitamin that contained selenium.
Before the supplementation, we noticed that the children were prescribed antibiotics for ear infections a significant number of days. However, during the period of taking these supplements, they required antibiotics for 12.3% fewer days. This finding suggests that addressing nutritional deficiencies with these specific supplements might help reduce the frequency of prescriptions for antibiotics.
While the results are promising, it’s important to note that the study was small and more research is needed to fully understand how EPA works in this context. These initial findings indicate that there’s an exciting possibility of using cod liver oil and a multivitamin-mineral combination as preventive measures against ear infections in young children.
Before the supplementation, we noticed that the children were prescribed antibiotics for ear infections a significant number of days. However, during the period of taking these supplements, they required antibiotics for 12.3% fewer days. This finding suggests that addressing nutritional deficiencies with these specific supplements might help reduce the frequency of prescriptions for antibiotics.
While the results are promising, it’s important to note that the study was small and more research is needed to fully understand how EPA works in this context. These initial findings indicate that there’s an exciting possibility of using cod liver oil and a multivitamin-mineral combination as preventive measures against ear infections in young children.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Cost-effective solution
207 people found this helpful
This is fantastic! It has saved me much on vet bills. I dilute it in water and bathe my dogs, treating their skin and ear issues. After months of use, it has healed and prevented ongoing ear infections and skin problems.
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9
Soothes skin issues
14 people found this helpful
Great for dog skin conditions! We ordered this earlier in summer for our lab's terrible skin infections. This stuff really helps him a lot. We've sprayed a diluted solution of iodine and water after a bath, which aids healing of open wounds, particularly those he’s scratched too harshly. Mixing it with coconut oil and vet spray has enhanced its effects significantly, making his skin flare-ups much more manageable.
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7.5
Good for pets
28 people found this helpful
THIS PRODUCT IS MARVELLOUS, PRACTICAL, AND AFFORDABLE! This Dynarex Providone Iodine is the best I have tried and very cheap compared to exorbitant prices elsewhere. It's helping my dog with skin bacteria infection issues by diluting it with water to the "colour of dark tea", as suggested by veterinarians. Careful dilution is crucial, particularly when treating sensitive dogs, as the smell and taste can disturb them. It has many uses, including sanitising equipment. However, for larger animals, it must be diluted further to avoid skin burns.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 1 Research
7
- All Researches
7
We observed the potential benefits of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), a crucial fatty acid found in cod liver oil, in the context of ear infections, particularly in children. Our study included eight children aged between 0.8 and 4.4 years who were undergoing treatment for ear issues. The children received daily supplements of lemon-flavored cod liver oil, which includes EPA, along with a children's multivitamin that contained selenium.
Before the supplementation, we noticed that the children were prescribed antibiotics for ear infections a significant number of days. However, during the period of taking these supplements, they required antibiotics for 12.3% fewer days. This finding suggests that addressing nutritional deficiencies with these specific supplements might help reduce the frequency of prescriptions for antibiotics.
While the results are promising, it’s important to note that the study was small and more research is needed to fully understand how EPA works in this context. These initial findings indicate that there’s an exciting possibility of using cod liver oil and a multivitamin-mineral combination as preventive measures against ear infections in young children.
Before the supplementation, we noticed that the children were prescribed antibiotics for ear infections a significant number of days. However, during the period of taking these supplements, they required antibiotics for 12.3% fewer days. This finding suggests that addressing nutritional deficiencies with these specific supplements might help reduce the frequency of prescriptions for antibiotics.
While the results are promising, it’s important to note that the study was small and more research is needed to fully understand how EPA works in this context. These initial findings indicate that there’s an exciting possibility of using cod liver oil and a multivitamin-mineral combination as preventive measures against ear infections in young children.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.6
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- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Cost-effective solution
207 people found this helpful
This is fantastic! It has saved me much on vet bills. I dilute it in water and bathe my dogs, treating their skin and ear issues. After months of use, it has healed and prevented ongoing ear infections and skin problems.
Read More
9
Soothes skin issues
14 people found this helpful
Great for dog skin conditions! We ordered this earlier in summer for our lab's terrible skin infections. This stuff really helps him a lot. We've sprayed a diluted solution of iodine and water after a bath, which aids healing of open wounds, particularly those he’s scratched too harshly. Mixing it with coconut oil and vet spray has enhanced its effects significantly, making his skin flare-ups much more manageable.
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7.5
Good for pets
28 people found this helpful
THIS PRODUCT IS MARVELLOUS, PRACTICAL, AND AFFORDABLE! This Dynarex Providone Iodine is the best I have tried and very cheap compared to exorbitant prices elsewhere. It's helping my dog with skin bacteria infection issues by diluting it with water to the "colour of dark tea", as suggested by veterinarians. Careful dilution is crucial, particularly when treating sensitive dogs, as the smell and taste can disturb them. It has many uses, including sanitising equipment. However, for larger animals, it must be diluted further to avoid skin burns.
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7.5
Preventive care
1 people found this helpful
I deal with chronic wounds and recurring dog ear infections. I apply this in my dog's ears at bath time, and it works perfectly to prevent ear infections.
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References
- Linday LA, Dolitsky JN, Shindledecker RD, Pippenger CE. Lemon-flavored cod liver oil and a multivitamin-mineral supplement for the secondary prevention of otitis media in young children: pilot research. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2002;111:642.
