Can You Take DPA (Docosapentaenoic Acid) and Krill Oil Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

DPA is an omega-3 with antiplatelet activity, and Krill Oil provides EPA/DHA in highly bioavailable phospholipid form. Combining both stacks omega-3 antiplatelet effects with enhanced absorption.

How to arrange timing

Monitor total omega-3 intake when combining DPA with Krill Oil. The phospholipid form of Krill Oil enhances absorption, making the effective dose higher.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Ulven SM et al., Lipids in Health and Disease, 2011; Krill oil bioavailability and omega-3 stacking

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.