Vasipa Icosapent Ethyl Capsules 1 Gram - 120 Capsules Icosapent ethyl capsules is a medicine for cholesterol and triglycerides, with a unique formula of omega-3 fatty acids, to be a medicine for reducing lipids and treating diseases of the heart, vessels and arteries. It is also suitable for preventing the risk of heart attacks and angina for people exposed to high cholesterol.
product specification:
- Manufacturer: Vascepa
- Country of manufacture: USA.
- Classification: Cholesterol and triglyceride medications.
- Dosage form: 1 gram capsules.
- Package capacity: 120 capsules.
When should I use Vasipa?
Icosapent ethyl (Vascepa) capsules are used to treat triglycerides , to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and unstable angina, as well as for people who suffer from high levels of triglycerides (TG) (when their percentage exceeds 150 mg/dL), in addition to cases of next:
- Cardiovascular diseases.
- diabetic.
- An adjunct to diet to reduce TG levels in adult patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia (>= 500 mg/dL)
- Risk of high cholesterol.
Dosage forms of the lipid-lowering drug Vascepa
Vascepa capsules for the treatment of cholesterol and triglycerides are available in several forms:
- 0.5g: Amber-coloured oval soft gelatin capsules engraved with v500
- 1 gram: rectangular, amber-colored soft gelatin capsules engraved with Vascepa, available at our Ghaida Medical Pharmacy.
Dosage and method of use of Vascepa
The daily dose of Vasipa to reduce lipids is 4 grams per day. It is dealt with in one of two ways:
Four 0.5 gram capsules twice daily with food.
Or two 1-gram capsules twice daily with food.
note:
The patient must swallow the capsule whole and must not open it, crush it, dissolve it, or chew it.
Warnings and contraindications for the use of Vascepa
This medicine is contraindicated for use by people with hypersensitivity or any allergic reaction to varcepa or one of its components.
As for warnings, they include:
- Patients with atrial fibrillation (flutter).
- Fish allergy patients (because it contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are fats found in fish oil)
Vascepa drug composition
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).
VASCEPA capsules also contain the following inactive ingredients: tocopherol, gelatin, glycerin, maltitol, sorbitol, and purified water.
Quick tip:
Icosapent ethyl is the ethyl ester of the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). The chemical name of this compound is ethyl alc-5,8,11,14,17-eicosapentaenoate.
Side effects of the lipid-lowering drug Vaskipa
Published studies on omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA, have revealed that taking a medication containing these acids in breast milk will increase their levels in breast milk, but there are no data on the effects of omega-3 fatty acid ethyl esters on the infant or on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for VASCEPA and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from VASCEPA or from the mother's condition.
Vascepa, a drug for cholesterol and triglycerides, is available at our Ghaida Medical Pharmacy in Saudi Arabia. We also have an online pharmacy with shipping and delivery services to all countries of the world.
In short, it can be said:
Vaskiba Icosapent Ethyl Capsules 1g - 120 Capsules Icosapent ethyl is a type of omega-3 fatty acid, which is a fat found in fish oil. It is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) in the blood. This medication is thought to work by reducing the amount of triglycerides the body produces. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.
