Omegaven

Fresenius Kabi · Parenteral nutrition

10% fish oil lipid emulsion rich in omega-3 (EPA/DHA).

Composition per 1,000 ml

  • Fat100%

Share of energy from macronutrients · protein and carbohydrates 4 kcal/g, fat 9 kcal/g

Energy
1,120 kcal · 1.12 kcal/ml
Protein
0 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
100 g

Values are normalised per 1,000 ml, not per pack.

Pack sizes

50 ml, 100 ml bottle

Route of administration

Peripheral or central vein

Properties

Special indications

Standard product without a special indication – used within the general indication for nutrition.

When parenteral nutrition is indicated

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any component
  • Disorders of lipid metabolism
  • Severe blood coagulation disorders
  • Unstable diabetes mellitus
  • Acute states of shock and collapse
  • Recent myocardial infarction
  • Acute stroke
  • Embolism
  • Coma of unknown origin
  • Hepatic or renal insufficiency – owing to lack of experience
  • Children, including preterm infants and neonates – owing to lack of experience
  • Hypokalaemia
  • Hyperhydration
  • Hypotonic dehydration
  • Unstable metabolism
  • Acidosis
  • Hypersensitivity to fish or egg protein

Condensed from the contraindications in the official product document. The full text and warnings are in the document.

Official document

OMEGAVEN infúzna emulziaSmPC – summary of product characteristics · Source: ŠÚKLOpens in a new tab

Document last checked on 16 September 2026. Composition is based on SmPCs and official manufacturer catalogues and may change. Always verify the current SmPC or manufacturer datasheet before administration.

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