Heart attacks, strokes, and problems with blood vessels and arteries, you may be at risk of suffering from one of them if you suffer from high levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood.
But every disease has a cure, and your treatment in this case is:
- A medicine to treat triglycerides and cholesterol .
- Cardio or iron exercises.
- Commitment to a diet.
In this article, we will introduce you to Vaspa capsules to get rid of high levels of triglyceride fats in the blood, in addition to the best medication for cholesterol, stressing that consulting a doctor is the first point you should start with.
The best medicine for triglycerides
The best treatment for high levels of triglycerides in the blood is Vascepa Icosapent ethyl, which is a capsule that reduces triglycerides, the accumulation of which in the blood and body is dangerous.
In general, it is not enough to take triglyceride treatment capsules in order to return their levels to the normal limit. Rather, this must be accompanied by following a diet under medical supervision, and performing exercises and cardio to increase the body’s burning of fat.
The normal percentage of triglycerides in the body is less than 150 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), that is, less than 1.7 mmol per liter, and any increase above this limit will affect the heart and blood vessels.
A combination drug to lower triglycerides and cholesterol
VASCEPA is primarily composed of E-EPA , so each VASCEPA capsule contains 0.5 grams of icosapent ethyl (in a 0.5-gram capsule) or 1 gram of icosapent ethyl (in a 1-gram capsule).
A group of other auxiliary substances are also included in the composition of this medicine that increase its effectiveness:
- Tocopherol: The main form of vitamin E.
- Gelatin.
- Glycerin (glycerol): It has a dilating effect.
- Maltitol.
- Sorbitol.
- Pure water.
The best medicine for cholesterol
Vascipa is also used to treat high cholesterol problems, as its formula works to reduce the percentage of harmful LDL cholesterol that is produced in the liver, which is the low-density type that is deposited in the arteries and increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Therefore, VASEBA is also used in people who have a hereditary history of high cholesterol, or who are at risk of doing so, thus protecting them from reaching advanced stages of the disease and avoiding heart attacks and angina.
It should be noted here that the use of cholesterol-lowering drugs must be accompanied by following a diet based on the doctor’s instructions, in which the patient avoids foods that contain high levels of fat and fat.
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How long does cholesterol treatment last?
On average, drug treatment for cholesterol lasts about 3 months, but this rule does not generalize, as it varies according to the level of LDL in each patient, which is known by conducting a lipid profile test (analysis) in the blood.
The use of cholesterol-lowering medication is stopped when it returns to normal levels, which range between 3.4 - 4.1 mmol/L, equivalent to (130 - 159 mg/dL), provided that periodic tests continue to monitor its level.
As for a routine of healthy eating, exercise, and physical activities, a cholesterol patient is advised to adhere to it for the long term, and not just for a month or two, in order to prevent a return to high LDL again.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1- What is the difference between triglycerides and cholesterol?
Triglycerides are triglycerides, which are classified as fats, while cholesterol is a waxy, odorless substance that is produced in the liver. There are two types of them: low-density cholesterol (LDL), which is harmful cholesterol, and high-density cholesterol (HDL), which is harmless.
2- What is the best medicine for triglycerides?
The best medicine to reduce harmful triglycerides is Vascepa Icosapent Ethyl, which is a capsule that works to reduce triglycerides, the excess of which is harmful to the normal limit. The main substance in this medicine is ethyl icosapent acid ( E-EPA).
3- What is the best cholesterol-lowering drug?
Vascepa Icosapent ethyl is used to reduce harmful LDL cholesterol in the blood.
In conclusion, the doctor responsible for your condition is the one who determines the medication and dose for you, and whatever your medication is, you will find it available with us at Ghaida Medical Pharmacy, with shipping and delivery services inside and outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.