Omega 3
Generic: Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters
Omega-3 fatty acids✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Omega-3 is a medication made from omega-3 fatty acids that helps lower high triglyceride levels in adults who have severe hypertriglyceridemia, which means their triglycerides are 500 mg/dL or higher. It works by reducing the amount of triglycerides produced in the liver. You can take it as capsules, with a typical daily dose of 4 grams, which can be taken all at once or split into two doses of 2 grams each. It's important to know that this medication should not be used if you have a known allergy to omega-3 fatty acids. Additionally, it has been shown not to affect the way certain cholesterol-lowering medications, like simvastatin, work in your body.
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Uses
- Severe hypertriglyceridemia.
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Dosage
Take 4 grams daily, as 4 capsules at once or 2 capsules twice daily.
Take with meals for best results.
Follow a lipid-lowering diet before and during treatment.
Assess triglyceride levels before starting therapy.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
eructationdyspepsiataste perversion
Serious
anaphylactic reactionhemorrhagic diathesisurticaria
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Effect on pancreatitis risk is unknown.
- Effect on cardiovascular mortality is unknown.
- Monitor bleeding time if taking anticoagulants.
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Drug interactions
- Anticoagulantsmay prolong bleeding timeCaution
- Beta blockersmay worsen triglyceride levelsCaution
- Thiazidesmay worsen triglyceride levelsCaution
- Estrogensmay worsen triglyceride levels.Caution
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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